The Hessians: And The Other German Auxiliaries Of Great Britain In The Revolutionary War (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163543610)

The Hessians: And The Other German Auxiliaries Of Great Britain In The Revolutionary War is a historical book written by Edward J. Lowell. The book provides a comprehensive account of the involvement of German mercenaries in the American Revolutionary War. The Hessians were a group of soldiers from the German state of Hesse who were hired by the British to fight against the American colonists. The book explores the reasons behind the British decision to hire these mercenaries, the conditions of their service, and their impact on the war. In addition to the Hessians, the book also covers the other German auxiliaries who fought alongside the British during the war. These included soldiers from Brunswick, Ansbach-Bayreuth, Waldeck, and other German states. The book examines the role of these soldiers in various battles and campaigns, and their overall contribution to the war effort.The author draws on a wide range of primary and secondary sources to provide a detailed and nuanced account of the Hessians and other German auxiliaries in the Revolutionary War. He also explores the cultural and political factors that shaped the relationship between Germany and Britain during this period. Overall, The Hessians: And The Other German Auxiliaries Of Great Britain In The Revolutionary War is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American Revolution, military history, or the role of foreign mercenaries in warfare.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Edward J. Lowell
ISBN-10: 1163543616
ISBN-13: 9781163543610
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 356
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.52lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d