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What are mercenaries called to increase King George's army?

As was common at the time he hired mercenaries from Germany. Many of them came from the German state of Hesse-Kassel, thus they were called Hessians.


Who were hired soldiers who served in a foreign army?

They're called mercenaries.


King George III hired mercenaries from what country?

Hanover


Why were German mercenaries called hessians?

They were Germans from the State of Hesse. Germany was not yet a single country, and each of the several states had their own alliances.


Who did the British hire from Germany to add to this British army?

The British hired mercenaries from Germany to help their army. Hope this helps: :)


Paid professional soldiers are called?

Mercenaries


Which European group provided most of the mercenaries who came to America to fight for Britain?

Germany


What were the prussian mercenaries hired by the british called?

hessians


What were the mercenaries called that Washington defeated at Trenton?

The Hessians


Who is the mercenaries from Germany?

The term "mercenaries from Germany" typically refers to individuals or groups from Germany who are paid soldiers engaged in military activities for hire, rather than for a national army. Historically, German mercenaries have been prominent in various conflicts, notably during the 17th and 18th centuries. In contemporary contexts, some private military companies based in Germany may also be referred to in this way, although their operations are often subject to strict legal and ethical regulations.


Was the hessian soldiers with the colonists or the British?

British. They were hired mercenaries from what is now modern-day Germany.


Soldiers who sell their services to the highest bidder are called what?

Mercenaries