New York and New Jersey campaign
July 1776 – March 1777 · New York
Result New York: British victory
British forces under William Howe captured New York City and pushed Washington's army across New Jersey. Washington then struck back with victories at Trenton and Princeton, which restored American morale.
American
British
Strength and losses
Battles and events 2
- Great Fire of New York (1776) September 21, 1776
- George Washington's crossing of the Delaware River December 25–26, 1776