Why was Washington s successful crossing of the Delaware River and victory over the British so impor...........

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Why was Washington`s successful crossing of the Delaware River and victory over the British so important to the Americans?

Because the Continental Army had been pushed out of New York and New Jersey and it appeared they were going to be defeated

Because many of the American soldiers were wounded or getting ready to leave the army and they needed a victory desperately

Because winter was approaching

All of the above

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Explanation:

The American forces were going through a very tough time right before the crossing. They had been pushed back all the way from New York to Pennsylvania. Many of General Washington's men were injured or ready to leave the army. The number of troops were dwindling and winter was approaching. The army desperately needed a victory. The victory gave a huge boost in moral to the American soldiers.