The axons of the tract cells cross over (decussate) to the other side of the spinal cord via the anterior white commissure and to the anterolateral corner of the spinal cord (hence the spinothalamic tract being part of the anterolateral system)
After a brief battle, almost two-thirds of the Hessian force was captured, with negligible losses to the Americans. The battle significantly boosted the Continental Army's flagging morale, and inspired re-enlistments.
