Here, revolutionary soldiers (artillery members) held advantageous high ground near Five Points, a position that enhanced victory. And, let’s not forget the Second Battle of Trenton.

This week's discussion will focus on the Battle of Trenton, symbolized by Gen. George Washington's crossing of the Delaware River on Christmas night in 1776.

Today marks 250 years since the first battles of the American Revolution. And to commemorate that day, let's revisit a story we originally aired back in 2019. (SOUNDBITE OF ARCHIVED NPR BROADCAST) ...

The administration must act now. The British retreat down Warren St. with Revolutionary soldiers in pursuit during a 2015 reenactment of the First Battle of Trenton. (Trentonian File Photo) ...