What Events occurred after the victory at Trenton
Who helped Horatio Gates?
Benedict Arnold
Where did Washington send the troops?
Between New York and the Hudson River to protect both places
What does he remind them of?
Common Sense, remind them that they are fighting for freedom.
What does Washington need to convince his soldiers to do?
He need to convince them to stay.
How does General Howe think he can end the Revolution?
He thinks if he can get Washington he can end the war.
What did Horatio Gates do after the Battle of Saratoga was won?
He took all the credit and wanted congress to make him Commander in Cheif
What happened to Benedict Arnold during the battle?
He was injured by being shot in the leg and was crushed by his horse.
Who do they see as a replacement for Washington?
Horatio Gates
What happens in Bradywine and where is Brandywine?
The British score a major victory in Brandywine and it is located near Philadelphia
General Howe's Troops leave New York and plan on attacking this place?
Philadelphia
Who wrote a letter to congress, building up George Washington?
Alexander Hamilton
Who was Horatio Gates?
American commander who won the battle of Saratoga he prevented the British from taking the Hudson River
Did Horatio Gates fight in the battle?
No
Do the British have a hard time capturing Philadelphia?
No, it easy
What is the reason he gives them to stay?
Their victory at Trenton.
What do the men in congress do when the British start to come?
They flee
After the British take over Philadelphia what do the men in congress think?
They think maybe George Washington is not a good Commander In Chief
Which river did the British want to control?
They wanted to control the Hudson River.
What other place did the British want control over?
Ticonderoga
