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imported>Lacrossedeamon: not actually mercenaries per se; can we get a fact check on this piece of trivia

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not actually mercenaries per se; can we get a fact check on this piece of trivia

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	[[File:ACIII-CA-Jager.png\|thumb\|250px\|Concept art of a Hessian Jäger]]		[[File:ACIII-CA-Jager.png\|thumb\|250px\|Concept art of a Hessian Jäger]]
	'''Jägers''', also colloquially referred to as '''Hessians''', were [[Germany\|German]] ~~mercenaries~~ contracted by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] to fight on their behalf in the [[American Revolutionary War]].		'''Jägers''', also colloquially referred to as '''Hessians''', were [[Germany\|German]] auxiliaries contracted by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] to fight on their behalf in the [[American Revolutionary War]].

	Disciplined and well trained in the woodlands of Southwestern Germany, Jägers specialized in deep forest and wilderness combat, tactics and reconnaissance, as well as unconventional warfare. As such, they were regarded as an elite scouting unit, used for surveying an area ahead of a body of troops or leading the way on the front lines.		Disciplined and well trained in the woodlands of Southwestern Germany, Jägers specialized in deep forest and wilderness combat, tactics and reconnaissance, as well as unconventional warfare. As such, they were regarded as an elite scouting unit, used for surveying an area ahead of a body of troops or leading the way on the front lines.
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	*In German, Jäger means "huntsman" or "hunter".		*In German, Jäger means "huntsman" or "hunter".
	*On a historical note, Jägers were a type of skirmisher, meaning that they were, like most other Hessian auxiliaries, suited to the use of muzzle-loading firearms. However, Jägers were also trained in the basics of melee infantry, and thus, they carried sabers on their person in case the need arose for close quarters combat. This is ironic, given their in-game efficiency at close distances and their seemingly proficient approach to swordsmanship. They were not however, trained in the use of grenades, contradictory to their in-game ability to toss them at the player. As Jägers were only a small division of Hessian troops, other divisions such as Hessian [[Grenadiers]] were trained to use such weapons.They were armed with rifles or muskets and were used to snipe, raid, or skirmish. Contradicting the game, Jägers never used pistols unless they had the rank of an officer; since they were armed with muskets or rifles in reality, they would not be able to chase at such a speed. Additionally, Jägers were not the only kind of Hessian who wore blue uniforms.		*On a historical note, Jägers were a type of skirmisher, meaning that they were, like most other Hessian auxiliaries, suited to the use of muzzle-loading firearms. However, Jägers were also trained in the basics of melee infantry, and thus, they carried sabers on their person in case the need arose for close quarters combat. This is ironic, given their in-game efficiency at close distances and their seemingly proficient approach to swordsmanship. They were not however, trained in the use of grenades, contradictory to their in-game ability to toss them at the player. As Jägers were only a small division of Hessian troops, other divisions such as Hessian [[Grenadiers]] were trained to use such weapons.They were armed with rifles or muskets and were used to snipe, raid, or skirmish. Contradicting the game, Jägers never used pistols unless they had the rank of an officer; since they were armed with muskets or rifles in reality, they would not be able to chase at such a speed. Additionally, Jägers were not the only kind of Hessian who wore blue uniforms.
	*In real life, Hessian mercenaries were generally inexperienced and poorly-disciplined, often faring poorly against Continental Army forces, while they are portrayed as elite specialists in-game.		*In real life, Hessian mercenaries were generally inexperienced and poorly-disciplined, often faring poorly against Continental Army forces, while they are portrayed as elite specialists in-game.{{cite}}
	*While the Continental Army had their own variant of Jägers in-game, the Patriot forces never actually hired any Hessian mercenaries during the American Revolutionary War. However, the Patriots did give land and compensation to any Hessians who deserted the British Army.		*While the Continental Army had their own variant of Jägers in-game, the Patriot forces never actually hired any Hessian mercenaries during the American Revolutionary War. However, the Patriots did give land and compensation to any Hessians who deserted the British Army.
	*Jägers commanded [[forts]] that were under British control, and were required to be killed for the fort to be captured by the Continental forces.		*Jägers commanded [[forts]] that were under British control, and were required to be killed for the fort to be captured by the Continental forces.

imported>TheMarnes: /* Trivia */

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Trivia

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	*In German, Jäger means "huntsman" or "hunter".		*In German, Jäger means "huntsman" or "hunter".
	*On a historical note, Jägers were a type of skirmisher, meaning that they were, like most other Hessian auxiliaries, suited to the use of muzzle-loading firearms. However, Jägers were also trained in the basics of melee infantry, and thus, they carried sabers on their person in case the need arose for close quarters combat. This is ironic, given their in-game efficiency at close distances and their seemingly proficient approach to swordsmanship. They were not however, trained in the use of grenades, contradictory to their in-game ability to toss them at the player. As Jägers were only a small division of Hessian troops, other divisions such as Hessian [[Grenadiers]] were trained to use such weapons.They were armed with rifles or muskets and were used to snipe, raid, or skirmish. Contradicting the game, Jägers never used pistols unless they had the rank of an officer; since they were armed with muskets or rifles in reality, they would not be able to chase at such a speed. Additionally, Jägers were not the only kind of Hessian who wore blue uniforms.		*On a historical note, Jägers were a type of skirmisher, meaning that they were, like most other Hessian auxiliaries, suited to the use of muzzle-loading firearms. However, Jägers were also trained in the basics of melee infantry, and thus, they carried sabers on their person in case the need arose for close quarters combat. This is ironic, given their in-game efficiency at close distances and their seemingly proficient approach to swordsmanship. They were not however, trained in the use of grenades, contradictory to their in-game ability to toss them at the player. As Jägers were only a small division of Hessian troops, other divisions such as Hessian [[Grenadiers]] were trained to use such weapons.They were armed with rifles or muskets and were used to snipe, raid, or skirmish. Contradicting the game, Jägers never used pistols unless they had the rank of an officer; since they were armed with muskets or rifles in reality, they would not be able to chase at such a speed. Additionally, Jägers were not the only kind of Hessian who wore blue uniforms.
	*~~Seemingly ironic, Jägers in~~ real life ~~did not fare well against Patriot forces and were subjected to heavy casualties that resulted several battles being lost. In fact~~, ~~many~~ were inexperienced ~~by the time of the revolution~~, ~~contrasting them to their~~ game ~~counterparts~~.		*In real life, Hessian mercenaries were generally inexperienced and poorly-disciplined, often faring poorly against Continental Army forces, while they are portrayed as elite specialists in-game.
	*While the Continental Army had their own variant of Jägers in-game, the Patriot forces never actually hired any Hessian mercenaries during the American Revolutionary War. However, the Patriots did give land and compensation to any Hessians who deserted the British Army.		*While the Continental Army had their own variant of Jägers in-game, the Patriot forces never actually hired any Hessian mercenaries during the American Revolutionary War. However, the Patriots did give land and compensation to any Hessians who deserted the British Army.
	*Jägers commanded [[forts]] that were under British control, and were required to be killed for the fort to be captured by the Continental forces.		*Jägers commanded [[forts]] that were under British control, and were required to be killed for the fort to be captured by the Continental forces.

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	==Combat==		==Combat==
	[[File:ACIII-MostWanted 7.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|A Loyalist Jäger in Boston, looking for interest in the reward of the poster]]		[[File:ACIII-MostWanted 7.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|A Loyalist Jäger in Boston, looking for interest in the reward of the poster]]
	During the American Revolutionary War, Jägers were the toughest enemies in that they could not be directly attacked, counter-attacked, or thrown. Whenever [[Ratonhnhaké:ton\|Connor]] attempted to do so, it would result in a parry or a retaliatory counter. The only known ways to kill them were to use the environment, lethal tools, using them as human shields, or through disarming them and repeatedly attacking the Jägers while they were vulnerable.		During the American Revolutionary War, Jägers were the toughest enemies in that they could not be directly attacked, counter-attacked, or thrown. Whenever [[Ratonhnhaké:ton\|Connor]] attempted to do so, it would result in a parry or a retaliatory counter. The only known ways to kill them were to use the environment, lethal tools, using them as human shields, or through disarming them and repeatedly attacking the Jägers while they were vulnerable.<ref name="AC3">''[[Assassin's Creed III]]''</ref>

	Jägers were not altogether common in the cities of [[Boston]] and [[New York City\|New York]]; however, when Connor became [[Social Stealth#Notoriety\|notorious]], they would comb the city, actively searching for him. As a guard archetype, Jägers were smarter and much more aggressive than plain British Regulars, and would employ advanced tactics and detection skills. Accompanying this, Jägers were highly agile and possessed faster running speed than Connor, while also having the ability to chase him across rooftops.		Jägers were not altogether common in the cities of [[Boston]] and [[New York City\|New York]]; however, when Connor became [[Social Stealth#Notoriety\|notorious]], they would comb the city, actively searching for him. As a guard archetype, Jägers were smarter and much more aggressive than plain British Regulars, and would employ advanced tactics and detection skills. Accompanying this, Jägers were highly agile and possessed faster running speed than Connor, while also having the ability to chase him across rooftops.<ref name="AC3"/>

	In terms of weaponry, Jägers were commonly seen using sabers and [[Firearms\|flintlock pistols]], and would punch and lunge their weapons in close quarters, as well as attack from a distance. Usually, Jägers would attack in quick succession, of 3 to 4 thrusts, making it harder for them to be countered. They also carried some [[Bombs\|grenades]], and would occasionally throw them during combat. Some soldiers would use muskets in battle.		In terms of weaponry, Jägers were commonly seen using sabers and [[Firearms\|flintlock pistols]], and would punch and lunge their weapons in close quarters, as well as attack from a distance. Usually, Jägers would attack in quick succession, of 3 to 4 thrusts, making it harder for them to be countered. They also carried some [[Bombs\|grenades]], and would occasionally throw them during combat. Some soldiers would use muskets in battle.<ref name="AC3"/>

	==Trivia==		==Trivia==
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	==Gallery==		==Gallery==
	<gallery>		<gallery captionalign="center" position="center" widths="180">
	~~File:~~Continental-Army-Jäger-AC3.jpeg\|A [[Continental Army\|Patriot]] Jäger		Continental-Army-Jäger-AC3.jpeg\|A [[Continental Army\|Patriot]] Jäger
	</gallery>		</gallery>

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	==References==		==References==
	*''[[Assassin's Creed III]]''		{{Reflist}}

	{{AC3}}		{{AC3}}

	[[ru:Егеря]]		[[ru:Егеря]]
	[[Category:Guards]]		[[Category:Guards]]
	[[Category:Hessians]]		[[Category:Hessians]]
	[[Category:Mercenaries]]		[[Category:Mercenaries]]

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	[[File:ACIII-CA-Jager.png\|thumb\|250px\|Concept art of a Hessian Jäger]]		[[File:ACIII-CA-Jager.png\|thumb\|250px\|Concept art of a Hessian Jäger]]
	'''Jägers''', also colloquially referred to as '''Hessians''', were [[Germany\|German]] mercenaries contracted by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] to fight on their behalf in the [[American Revolutionary War]].		'''Jägers''', also colloquially referred to as '''Hessians''', were [[Germany\|German]] mercenaries contracted by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] to fight on their behalf in the [[American Revolutionary War]].

imported>Zone of Endless: removing newline between Era and WP-REAL

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removing newline between Era and WP-REAL

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	[[File:ACIII-CA-Jager.png\|thumb\|250px\|Concept art of a Hessian Jäger]]		[[File:ACIII-CA-Jager.png\|thumb\|250px\|Concept art of a Hessian Jäger]]
	'''Jägers''', also colloquially referred to as '''Hessians''', were [[Germany\|German]] mercenaries contracted by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] to fight on their behalf in the [[American Revolutionary War]].		'''Jägers''', also colloquially referred to as '''Hessians''', were [[Germany\|German]] mercenaries contracted by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] to fight on their behalf in the [[American Revolutionary War]].

imported>DSegno92: /* Trivia */

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Trivia

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	*In German, Jäger means "huntsman" or "hunter".		*In German, Jäger means "huntsman" or "hunter".
	*On a historical note, Jägers were a type of skirmisher, meaning that they were, like most other Hessian auxiliaries, suited to the use of muzzle-loading firearms. However, Jägers were also trained in the basics of melee infantry, and thus, they carried sabers on their person in case the need arose for close quarters combat. This is ironic, given their in-game efficiency at close distances and their seemingly proficient approach to swordsmanship. They were not however, trained in the use of grenades, contradictory to their in-game ability to toss them at the player. As Jägers were only a small division of Hessian troops, other divisions such as Hessian [[Grenadiers]] were trained to use such weapons.They were armed with rifles or muskets and were used to snipe, raid, or skirmish. Contradicting the game, Jägers never used pistols unless they had the rank of an officer; since they were armed with muskets or rifles in reality, they would not be able to chase at such a speed. Additionally, Jägers were not the only kind of Hessian who wore blue uniforms.		*On a historical note, Jägers were a type of skirmisher, meaning that they were, like most other Hessian auxiliaries, suited to the use of muzzle-loading firearms. However, Jägers were also trained in the basics of melee infantry, and thus, they carried sabers on their person in case the need arose for close quarters combat. This is ironic, given their in-game efficiency at close distances and their seemingly proficient approach to swordsmanship. They were not however, trained in the use of grenades, contradictory to their in-game ability to toss them at the player. As Jägers were only a small division of Hessian troops, other divisions such as Hessian [[Grenadiers]] were trained to use such weapons.They were armed with rifles or muskets and were used to snipe, raid, or skirmish. Contradicting the game, Jägers never used pistols unless they had the rank of an officer; since they were armed with muskets or rifles in reality, they would not be able to chase at such a speed. Additionally, Jägers were not the only kind of Hessian who wore blue uniforms.
	*Seemingly ironic, ~~Jagers~~ in real life did not fare well against Patriot forces and were subjected to heavy casualties that resulted several battles being lost. In fact, many were inexperienced by the time of the revolution, contrasting them to their game counterparts.		*Seemingly ironic, Jägers in real life did not fare well against Patriot forces and were subjected to heavy casualties that resulted several battles being lost. In fact, many were inexperienced by the time of the revolution, contrasting them to their game counterparts.
	*While the Continental Army had their own variant of Jägers in-game, the Patriot forces never actually hired any Hessian mercenaries during the American Revolutionary War. However, the Patriots did give land and compensation to any Hessians who deserted the British Army.		*While the Continental Army had their own variant of Jägers in-game, the Patriot forces never actually hired any Hessian mercenaries during the American Revolutionary War. However, the Patriots did give land and compensation to any Hessians who deserted the British Army.
	*Jägers commanded [[forts]] that were under British control, and were required to be killed for the fort to be captured by the Continental forces.		*Jägers commanded [[forts]] that were under British control, and were required to be killed for the fort to be captured by the Continental forces.

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	There were two types of Jägers located in [[United States\|Colonial America]] during the American Revolutionary War.		There were two types of Jägers located in [[United States\|Colonial America]] during the American Revolutionary War.
	*[[Loyalists\|Loyalist]] Jägers, found within the British Army, wore a olive-green coat with red trim, black boots and a tricorn hat with a red feather.		*[[Loyalists\|Loyalist]] Jägers, found within the British Army, wore a olive-green coat with red trim, black boots and a tricorn hat with a red feather.
	*[[Patriots\|Patriot]] Jägers, found within the [[Continental Army]], wore a green coat with gold trim, black boots, and a ~~metal~~ helmet ~~with black horsehair trim~~.		*[[Patriots\|Patriot]] Jägers, found within the [[Continental Army]], wore a green coat with gold trim, black boots, and a tarleton helmet.

	==Combat==		==Combat==

imported>Wagwan piffting23: Added an image of a Continental Army Jäger, a bit of re-wording.

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Added an image of a Continental Army Jäger, a bit of re-wording.

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	==Combat==		==Combat==
	[[File:ACIII-MostWanted 7.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|A ~~Hessian~~ Jäger in Boston, looking ~~for Connor~~ for interest in the reward of the poster]]		[[File:ACIII-MostWanted 7.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|A Loyalist Jäger in Boston, looking for interest in the reward of the poster]]
	During the American Revolutionary War, Jägers were the toughest enemies in that they could not be directly attacked, counter-attacked, or thrown. Whenever [[Ratonhnhaké:ton\|Connor]] attempted to do so, it would result in a parry or a retaliatory counter. The only known ways to kill them were to use the environment, lethal tools, ~~turning~~ them ~~into~~ human shields, or through disarming them and repeatedly attacking the Jägers while they were vulnerable.		During the American Revolutionary War, Jägers were the toughest enemies in that they could not be directly attacked, counter-attacked, or thrown. Whenever [[Ratonhnhaké:ton\|Connor]] attempted to do so, it would result in a parry or a retaliatory counter. The only known ways to kill them were to use the environment, lethal tools, using them as human shields, or through disarming them and repeatedly attacking the Jägers while they were vulnerable.

	Jägers were not altogether common in the cities of [[Boston]] and [[New York City\|New York]]; however, when Connor became [[Social Stealth#Notoriety\|notorious]], they would comb the city, actively searching for him. As a guard archetype, Jägers were smarter and much more aggressive than plain British Regulars, and would employ advanced tactics and detection skills. Accompanying this, Jägers were highly agile and ~~could~~ chase ~~Connor~~ across rooftops.		Jägers were not altogether common in the cities of [[Boston]] and [[New York City\|New York]]; however, when Connor became [[Social Stealth#Notoriety\|notorious]], they would comb the city, actively searching for him. As a guard archetype, Jägers were smarter and much more aggressive than plain British Regulars, and would employ advanced tactics and detection skills. Accompanying this, Jägers were highly agile and possessed faster running speed than Connor, while also having the ability to chase him across rooftops.

	In terms of weaponry, Jägers were commonly seen using sabers and [[Firearms\|flintlock pistols]], and would punch and lunge their weapons in close quarters, as well as ~~attacking~~ from a distance. Usually, Jägers would attack in quick succession, of 3 to 4 thrusts, making it harder for them to be countered. They also carried some [[Bombs\|grenades]], and would occasionally throw them during combat. Some soldiers would use muskets in battle.		In terms of weaponry, Jägers were commonly seen using sabers and [[Firearms\|flintlock pistols]], and would punch and lunge their weapons in close quarters, as well as attack from a distance. Usually, Jägers would attack in quick succession, of 3 to 4 thrusts, making it harder for them to be countered. They also carried some [[Bombs\|grenades]], and would occasionally throw them during combat. Some soldiers would use muskets in battle.

	==Trivia==		==Trivia==
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	*The term "Hessian" originated from {{Wiki\|Frederick II, Landgrave of Hesse-Kassel}}. Since the British Army required additional troops, Frederick II rented out his Hessian regiments to Great Britain, in which he raised a substantial fortune. Regiments from Hesse-Kassel also served the British in the suppression of the {{Wiki\|Irish Rebellion of 1798\|Rebellion of 1798}} in [[Ireland]]. The term was used later to informally describe those of the King's German Legion in the [[French Revolutionary Wars\|French Revolutionary]] and [[Napoleonic Wars]].		*The term "Hessian" originated from {{Wiki\|Frederick II, Landgrave of Hesse-Kassel}}. Since the British Army required additional troops, Frederick II rented out his Hessian regiments to Great Britain, in which he raised a substantial fortune. Regiments from Hesse-Kassel also served the British in the suppression of the {{Wiki\|Irish Rebellion of 1798\|Rebellion of 1798}} in [[Ireland]]. The term was used later to informally describe those of the King's German Legion in the [[French Revolutionary Wars\|French Revolutionary]] and [[Napoleonic Wars]].
	*French and British Captains during the [[Seven Years' War]] in ''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' wear an outfit similar to the Jägers and fought in the same manner, albeit they were weaker in combat, as they were easily countered and incapacitated.		*French and British Captains during the [[Seven Years' War]] in ''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' wear an outfit similar to the Jägers and fought in the same manner, albeit they were weaker in combat, as they were easily countered and incapacitated.

			==Gallery==
			<gallery>
			File:Continental-Army-Jäger-AC3.jpeg\|A [[Continental Army\|Patriot]] Jäger
			</gallery>

	==Appearances==		==Appearances==

imported>Sol Pacificus: Sol Pacificus moved page Jägers to Jäger

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Sol Pacificus moved page Jägers to Jäger

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	[[File:ACIII-CA-Jager.png\|thumb\|250px\|Concept art of a Hessian Jäger]]		[[File:ACIII-CA-Jager.png\|thumb\|250px\|Concept art of a Hessian Jäger]]
	'''Jägers''', also colloquially referred to as '''Hessians''', were [[Germany\|German]] mercenaries contracted by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] to fight on their behalf in the [[American Revolutionary War]].		'''Jägers''', also colloquially referred to as '''Hessians''', were [[Germany\|German]] mercenaries contracted by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] to fight on their behalf in the [[American Revolutionary War]].

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	[[File:ACIII-CA-Jager.png\|thumb\|250px\|Concept art of a Hessian Jäger]]		[[File:ACIII-CA-Jager.png\|thumb\|250px\|Concept art of a Hessian Jäger]]
	'''Jägers''', also colloquially referred to as '''Hessians''', were [[Germany\|German]] mercenaries contracted by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] to fight on their behalf in the [[American Revolutionary War]].		'''Jägers''', also colloquially referred to as '''Hessians''', were [[Germany\|German]] mercenaries contracted by the [[United Kingdom\|British]] to fight on their behalf in the [[American Revolutionary War]].