Continental Soldier vs Hessian Soldier: American Revolution 1775-83

This illustrated study reveals the crucial roles played by German troops and commanders fighting on both sides during the American Revolution.

During the American Revolutionary War, the British Crown deployed hired German troops in its efforts to defeat the Patriots. Facing a steep learning curve, the newly established Continental Army – some of the soldiers in its ranks also German-speakers, notably those from Pennsylvania – faced these stolid regulars hailing from Hessen-Cassel, Braunschw...