Question

Which term describes German soldiers hired by Great Britain to put down the American rebellion?

Answer 1

The correct answer is C. Hessian

Explanation:

During the 18th century, the thirteen colonies that were under the rule fo the British Empire won their independence by beginning a revolt known as the American Rebellion defeating Great Britain military forces during the American Revolutionary War in 1783 and later establishing an independent nation. During this conflict and as an attempt to end with the American Rebellion the colonies Great Britain did not only involve English soldiers but also hired German soldiers called Hessians that support the actions of the British Army; indeed it is estimated around 30,000 German soldier or Hessians participated before and during the American Revolutionary War; additionally, the use of German soldiers only caused the colonies to oppose more strongly the British Parliament and Army. Considering this, it can be concluded the term used to describe German soldiers hired by Great Britain to put down the American Rebellion was Hessians.