The Hungarian Participants of the American War of Independence

Thousands of soldiers coming from different parts of Europe have participated in the American War of Independence. While the British crown received support from the German mercenaries, the secessionists Americans were helped by a special unit of the French army and by other volunteers from the terri...

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Main Author:	Patrik Kunec
Format:	Article
Language:	deu
Published:	Stefan cel Mare University of Suceava 2010-07-01
Series:	Codrul Cosminului
Subjects:	American War of Independence soldier traveler military operations stories adventure
Online Access:	http://atlas.usv.ro/www/codru_net/CC16/1/05_Kunec.pdf

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The Hungarian Participants of the American War of Independence

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