On Jan. 3, 2026, President Donald J. Trump released a White House message marking the 249th anniversary of the Battle of Princeton, a key victory during the American Revolution. The message recounts how General George Washington and Continental troops defeated a British garrison after the famous Delaware River crossing. It describes Washington’s strategic night maneuver after the Second Battle of Trenton, the surprise British attack on the American position, the wounding of Brigadier General Hugh Mercer, and Washington’s rallying of troops that forced the British to retreat and surrender. The statement frames the event as a symbol of American resilience and a call to preserve liberty. Trump urged Americans to honor the legacy of the 18th‑century patriots and to continue safeguarding the nation.
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