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The New York/New Jersey Campaign of 1776-1777 was a crucial period in the American Revolutionary War. It involved key battles like Long Island, Trenton, and Princeton, showcasing the strategic maneuvers of both General George Washington and General William Howe. The campaign significantly impacted morale, with early British victories followed by American resurgences. It also resulted in substantial casualties and had profound strategic implications for the war's overall direction. 

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