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Hessian Line Infantry (ETW unit) These musket-armed troops use massed volleys to break an enemy, relying on discipline to withstand any counter fire. “Marching regiments” or “line battalions” make up the majority of units in European-style armies.
Hessian Line Infantry are a type of line infantry in Empire: Total War. “Marching regiments” or “line battalions” make up the majority of units in European-style armies. They are so called because they form the line of battle, not because they always deploy in lines.
Hessian line infantry are slightly inferior to regular line infantry in every way, having less range and damage statistics. However, early in the game they can be recruited in almost any city situated in the Americas (including civilian buildings) and are cheaper to field and maintain.
By 1760, Hessian infantry consisted of two Guard, two fusilier, nine musketeer regiments; and two grenadier regiments plus seven grenadier battalions; augmented by three garrison, one frei-korps, and a Jager battalion. Each regiment included battalion guns manned by trained artillerymen.
I had one Hessian line infantry that was left over from my entire America campaign, slowly being merged from multiple units battle after battle. Once I finished America they led the charge into North African with my colonial army.
“Marching regiments” or “line battalions” make up the majority of units in European-style armies. They are so called because they form the line of battle, not because they always deploy in lines. Indeed, over time the capabilities of line infantry should improve as new tactics, drill and weaponry are developed.
5 lis 2020 · One of the more interesting looking units for the American Revolution war gamer would be the combined Hessian Grenadier battalions. Made up from the detached Grenadier companies of the Hessian force sent to American they are most colorful and imposing on the table top.
