A Small Fight With A Huge Imapct

The Dave Bowman Show

It’s December 1776, and the American Revolution is hanging by a thread. George Washington is plotting his daring crossing of the Delaware River, but success depends on one critical element: keeping the British and Hessian forces distracted. Enter Colonel Samuel Griffin and his scrappy militia in Mount Holly, New Jersey. In this episode, we unravel the little-known story of the Battle of Iron Works Hill—a cunning ruse that lured Hessian Colonel Carl von Donop away from Trenton at a pivotal moment. Discover how this small skirmish, fueled by grit and guile, set the stage for Washington’s iconic victory at Trenton and changed the course of history. Perfect for anyone who loves tales of underdogs turning the tide.