While perhaps not likely, it seems possible for both Gneisenau and Blücher to enter the American service. In 1779, Gneisenau was serving in one of the German regiments in America. Perhaps he could choose to serve with Henry's force in America, and decide to stay there after the war. In Blücher, he had done several things to get on Fritz's bad side, and ended it with a rude letter of resignation. Almost as soon as Frederick died, Blücher re-entered the army. Here, he might decide to join Henry's force to get back in action, and stay in America.