Black Powder: Napoleonic French Young Guard Voltigeurs/Tirailleurs Advancing
Elite Skirmishers of Napoleon’s Imperial Guard
Deploy the French Young Guard Voltigeurs and Tirailleurs for Black Powder, representing the fast-moving skirmishers and light infantry of Napoleon’s elite Young Guard. These troops were handpicked for their skill and discipline, serving as the vanguard in major battles from 1809 to 1815, including Dresden, Leipzig, and Waterloo.
Product Info:
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Scale: 28mm
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Contents: Includes multiple Young Guard voltigeurs and tirailleurs in advancing poses, armed with muskets and bayonets.
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Material: High-quality metal miniatures, sculpted with historically accurate details.
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Historical Accuracy: Based on Young Guard uniforms from 1809-1815, ideal for Late Napoleonic battles.
About the Young Guard Voltigeurs and Tirailleurs:
Formed as part of Napoleon’s Imperial Guard, the Voltigeurs and Tirailleurs were light infantry specialists, tasked with harassing enemy lines, securing key positions, and supporting main infantry assaults. While not as experienced as the Old Guard, these soldiers received superior training and equipment, making them highly effective in battle. The Voltigeurs acted as elite skirmishers, while the Tirailleurs were line infantry drawn from the best recruits. Both were deployed in Napoleon’s final campaigns, often leading assaults or reinforcing weakened areas of the battlefield.
About the Model:
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Dynamic Combat Poses: Miniatures depict Young Guard troops advancing, capturing the aggression and discipline of these elite infantrymen.
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Historically Accurate Uniforms: Features shakos with plumes, short-tailed coats, and detailed equipment, true to their 1812-1815 appearance.
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Versatile for Gameplay: Can be fielded as skirmishers or line infantry, making them adaptable for various battle scenarios.
Why Choose This Set?
Perfect for historical wargamers, collectors, and modelers, the Black Powder: Napoleonic French Young Guard Voltigeurs/Tirailleurs Advancing brings elite, fast-moving infantry to your Napoleonic French army, ensuring you have one of Napoleon’s finest forces on the battlefield.
