This specialized 28mm metal command set features three of the most prominent Hessian commanders of the American War of Independence—Generals Knyphausen, Riedesel, and Stirn—captured in authoritative mounted poses.
Command your professional German auxiliaries with the historical prestige of the Hessian Mounted Generals by Perry Miniatures. During the American Revolution, Hessian forces provided the British Crown with some of its most disciplined and effective infantry and jaegers. This set brings to life the high-level leadership of these "Hired Soldiers," featuring three specific historical figures who shaped the course of the conflict:
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Wilhelm von Knyphausen: The stern and capable commander of all Hessian forces in North America.
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Friedrich Adolf Riedesel: Leader of the Brunswick contingent, famously accompanied by his wife during the Saratoga campaign.
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Johann Daniel Stirn: A pivotal brigade commander noted for his service at the Battle of Long Island.
Cast in high-detail white metal, these figures exhibit the intricate lace, tall riding boots, and distinctive bicornes characteristic of the 18th-century German officer corps. This set is designed to seamlessly integrate with the entire Perry Miniatures AWI range, providing a historically accurate "brain" for your Hessian regiments.
Features
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Scale: 28mm
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Category: Miniature Figures
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Product Type: Mounted Command / Generals
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Era / Faction: American War of Independence – Hessian / German Auxiliaries
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High-quality construction: Metal (White Metal)
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Set includes: 3 mounted figures (Knyphausen, Riedesel, and Stirn)
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Compatibility: Compliments all Perry Miniatures AWI metal and plastic sets
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Assembly or painting required: Yes (Unpainted figures; preparation and glue required)
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Packaging: Nonretail box (3.5” W x 2.7” H x 1.2” D)
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Recommended for collectors ages: 14+
Tip: For General Riedesel, consider using a slightly more vibrant blue for the coat to represent the specific Brunswick uniform regulations, which often differed subtly from the darker "Hessian Blue" of Knyphausen’s staff.
Recommended Finishing Essentials
The Professional Palette (Realism & Detail)
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Hessian Blue: AK11189 Dark Prussian Blue is the definitive shade for the deep indigo coats of the Hessian officer corps.
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Red Facings: AK11213 Red provides the high-opacity pigment needed for collars, cuffs, and lapels.
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Gold Braid: AK11191 Gold is essential for the heavy metallic embroidery and epaulettes that denoted high rank.
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Equine Tones: AK11102 Deep Brown and AK11115 Light Earth are perfect for painting the sturdy mounts of the general staff.
The Speed Painting Path (Fast-to-Table)
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Base Coat: The Army Painter Speedpaint 2.0 Highlord Blue for the coats and Slaughter Red for the facings.
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Quick Detailing: Use The Army Painter Fanatic Matte Black for the bicornes and polished jackboots.
Basing & Scenics
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Terrain Foundation: Use Krautcover Scenics Meadows of Purity (KCS-91008) to recreate the fields of New Jersey or New York.
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Foliage & Tufts: Add Krautcover Scenics Static Grass Summer 2mm (KCS-94002) for a realistic, wild-growth look typical of 18th-century North America.
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Weathering: Apply AK Interactive European Earth weathering pigments to the horses' lower legs to simulate the dust of the campaign trail.
