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General Hugh Mercer was a Scottish-American soldier and physician who played a significant role during the American Revolutionary War. Born in 1726 in Scotland, he emigrated to America and became a prominent figure in the Continental Army. Mercer is best known for his leadership at the Battle of Princeton in 1777, where he was mortally wounded. His contributions to the war effort and his tragic death made him a symbol of sacrifice for American independence.

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