The Hessians
A series exploring German soldiers in the American Revolution.
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The Hessians: Part 5 – In Search of a Few Dispensable Men
How did German rulers persuade 30,000 men to fight in North America? A mixture of money, coercion, and angry wives.
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The Hessians: Part 4 – Cash for Cannons
Who got the best deal when Britain rented armies from German princes?
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The Hessians: Part 3 – 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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The Hessians: Part 2 – 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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The Hessians: Part 1 – 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.