French Soldiers Killed at the Battle of the Hook

French soldiers fought on this ground and died for the independence of the United States during the Battle of the Hook. Jacob Colin, a hussar, was killed in battle on Oct. 3, 1781. Pierre Didier was killed in battle on Oct. 3, 1781. Denis Jacob, a corporal, died of his wounds on Oct. 10, 1781. Jean Dossin, a grenadier, died of his wounds on Oct. 19, 1781. Jean Scherrer, a hussar, died of his wounds on Oct. 22, 1781.

Gloucester Point, Virginia · United States