In January 1776, the British pushed the colonists toward independence by hiring ________ mercenaries.
A) Hessian
B) Swiss
C) Prussian
D) Bavarian

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The British hired Hessian mercenaries to fight against the colonists, which contributed to pushing the American colonies toward seeking independence. Hessians were German soldiers from the Hesse region who were known for their effectiveness as mercenaries.

In January 1776, the British Pushed the Colonists Toward Independence