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Patrick Young
Mar 5, 20245 min read
Cash for Cannons
Who got the best deal when Britain rented armies from German princes?
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Patrick Young
Feb 3, 20245 min read
The Supermarket for Soldiers
On a continent teeming with options, why did Britain rent soldiers from six specific German territories during the American Revolution?
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Patrick Young
Jan 21, 20245 min read
Rent-A-Regiment
Don't have an army? Rent one! Explore why Great Britain rented armies in the 18th century, and why German princes leased so many soldiers.
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Patrick Young
Jan 6, 20244 min read
The Hessians - Who Were They?
Take a tour across Germany and North America to see where the Hessians came from, and where they fought in the American Revolution.
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