American Legion (Great Britain)
The American Legion was a provincial cavalry and infantry corps (regiment) of the British Army in the American War of Independence commanded by Brigadier General Benedict Arnold.
| American Legion | |
|---|---|
American Legion reenactors at Colonial Williamsburg | |
| Active | 1780–1783 |
| Disbanded | 24 October 1783 |
| Country | Great Britain |
| Allegiance | New York |
| Branch | British Army |
| Type | Provincial Troops |
| Role | Cavalry and infantry |
| Size | Corps (regiment) |
| Part of | British American Forces |
| Facings | Green |
| Engagements | American War of Independence
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| Commanders | |
| Commanding Officer | Brigadier General Benedict Arnold |
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