Hessian Essays

Film (A paragraph switch indicates a new scene / major event.): During the winter of 1776, after the colonies declared independence from Great Britain, the colonists (colonist army) were annihilated by both the British and by German mercenaries (Hessians.) As winter came upon America, the conditions made the colonists' chance of winning the war less. Even in the harsh conditions, the British still pursued the colonists. This mainly happened between New Jersey and Pennsylvania, at the Delaware river

and gain control of the colonies. These mercenaries were known as the Hessians. The Hessians were German soldiers hired to help the British in the American Revolution, but after the war many of them deserted, and settled in America. Most Hessians came from Hesse-Cassel, even though they weren’t technically mercenaries. Most originated from Hesse-Cassel, but some came from all across Germany. Although people think of the Hessians as mercenaries, they weren’t actually mercenaries, as they were not the

American Revolution. The reason for this is General George Washington decided that on December 25, 1776 he and his men would cross the Delaware River and attack the Hessians. Washington tricked and trapped the Hessians by attacking them from behind. Since the battle lasted less than an hour, Washington and his army defeated the Hessians. These are some key points on why the Battle of Trenton was so significant. George Washington and his army spent a pretty harsh winter at Valley

On the morning of December 26, 1776, General George Washington would conduct an offensive operation against the three Hessian regiments who were wintering their forces in the town of Trenton, New Jersey. Although this engagement would not cause any significant material or troop damage to the British Army; it would have a lasting impact by being the battle that legitimized the Continental Army as being capable of facing a superiorly trained and equipped enemy whilst maintaining minimal loses. The

approached a Hessian outpost. Hessian Commander, Lieutenant Andreas Wiederholdt stepped outside, quickly spotting the Continental Soldiers. “The Enemy!” (Pavao, Pavao, and Pavao 2010) exclaimed the commander causing his Soldiers to run toward the fight but they quickly realized they were outnumbered. The Hessian Lieutenant ordered his men to retreat. As Soldiers from the outpost fell back into Trenton, the Hessian Soldiers utilized houses for cover and attempted to assemble with other Hessian forces

The earliest recorded evidence of the Germanic tribe that would come to be known as “Hessians” were first known as the “Chatten” Germany was not a unified country at the time Friedrich Wilhelm II, Landgraf of Hesse-Cassel inherited the nation-state. Being one of Germanys sixteen divided factions, Hesse-Cassel boasted no lucrative economy or major trade allies of its own, and suffered greatly from wars prior to Wilhelm coming into power. Taking his que from the Prussian military, which Wilhelm

It was the break of dawn. The fog still covered the town of Sleepy Hollow. The caws of the crowd echoed through the air. It was creepy and quiet, the air felt like the world was standing still. Some people say that I’m evil but I, the Galloping Hessian, am misunderstood. I don’t ride around on my horse Death at night to take people's heads, I ride around looking for a women I once loved. They say I’m out for revenge but, sometimes violence is not the answer. People fear they’re next. You hear the

that occurred on Christmas day? The Battle of Trenton happened on the 25th of December in Delaware of 1776. It was short and sweet battle between George Washington and his opponent, Garrison of Hessian. As Washington guided the Continental Army with boldness trying to win the victory of Trenton, the Hessians had a surprise in store for them. Washington’s army was to spread out along the Hessian’s outposts. It was in Delaware around West Jersey on December 25th, 1776. But Washington had a different

Battle of Trenton (December 26), Washington defeated a formidable garrison of Hessian mercenaries before withdraw. (according to Mackenzie) Colonel Rahl Johann Gottlieb Rall was a German colonel, best known for being in command of Hessian troops in Trenton, New Jersey at the Battle of Trenton during the American War of Independence. In December of 1776, Rall was given command of the Hessian garrison at Trenton despite protests about his exposed position. Rall’s concern

defeated a intense garrison of Hessian mercenaries before withdrawing. We have been through alot, we have done a lot to survive. For the most part we have suffered tremendous casualties through all of the battles we have been through, but we’ve been through thick and thin and some of have survived. Sleet and snow is beginning to fall, after i crossed the Delaware River north of Trenton the previous night, i led the main body of the Continental Army against Hessian soldiers garrisoned at Trenton

his Soldiers tried to advance on Trenton. His men that tried to cross the river at Trenton Ferry never made it, so if the Hessians had to retreat, they had a route to travel. His men that were sent to attack Bordentown couldn’t cross the river either because of ice and snow, so British reinforcements were not restricted from aiding Colonel Rall. With the added men, the Hessian force at Trenton was 3,500 strong, and more were at his disposal if he

leaders, events and effects that impacted the Revolutionary War drastically. Several events had lead up to this battle they were in fact causes of the battle. Since the Battle of Bunker Hill British strategy has been to attack. With about 1,500 Hessian Troops at Trenton they were asking for trouble. Another cause is the American troops surprised a picket guard, about a half a mile out of Trenton.This alerted

General George Washington had a major impact in the American Revolution. Washington was one of the main generals in the war. He knew that the only way to get rid of the British was to fight them. He made the colonists fight, by giving them reasons like freedom, no taxes, and no more control, etc. Sadly Washington 's troops were poorly trained, and lacked food and supplies, but his motivation kept them going. The times of Valley Forge were probably the worst times for the colonists. Disease, lack

Rall would attack King street while the Lossberg regiment would simultaneously go up Queen street. The Continental Army had already set up cannons at the intersection and taken defensive positions in the houses lining the street (US Army, n.d.). The Hessians formed up and began to attack the Continental Army, but were no match for the cannons and well defended positions of the Continental Army. Rall tried to use his own cannons, but they were quickly overrun after getting off only a few shots. (Hickman

Delaware River, it became morning time before the attack had even truly began. It was nearing 8 am when the battle finally broke out, completely catching the Hessians off-guard. Groggy, hung-over Hessians soon began to fight back but the American soldiers swiftly took them down, or captured them prisoner. It wasn’t long before the Hessians laid down their swords and surrendered to the Patriots. It’s important to remember “The fighting lasted only an hour and a half” (McDonough), because to think

Jonathan is the main character of the book “The Fighting Ground” by Avi. To provide further information, Jonathan is a thirteen-year-old boy who wishes to fight in the American Revolution, like his father, brother, and cousin. He is brave, naive, a bit of a dimwit at times, and a convincing liar. He is also a bit of a pushover, and seems to be easily frightened. However, some of that has changed by the end of the book. Jonathan has changed from a naive, clueless boy to a boy who better understands

winter clothing are severely low. Realizing that something must be done in order to prevent the American Revolution from collapsing, Washington makes a bold plan to cross the river and carry out a surprise attack on the Hessians at Trenton on

Known for their efficiency and brutal tactics, Hessian soldiers were widely feared by American colonists during the war. This backstory for the Horseman in "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" may have been chosen by Washington Irving because the figure of a ghostly Hessian soldier would have held a great deal of cultural significance and fear for his contemporary readers. The Hessian soldiers were well-known, and their reputation as ruthless warriors would have added

As previously stated, George Washington and his troops had been stationed in New York, since June, because he was certain an attack would come in Manhattan. In early July, British troops arrived in Staten Island, commanded by Gen. William Howe. When they arrived, Howe offered the American troops a pardon, to which Washington replied “Those who have committed no fault want no pardon.” Washington sent more troops to Brooklyn for defence, even though he was convinced there would still be an attack

24th” “I will collect them at once Sir” “Nathaniel, remember what they did to your family.” Even after General Washington left, Nathaniel felt his presence and the fear of failing him linger, the feeling sicken him. He had heard the stories of the Hessians, that had killed his parents, they truly towered over men, their souls darker than night, hands so big they could crack a man's head like a twig. He knew he would have to make his decision by the end of the day.