The Cuirassier Arm was created in September, 1803, but the equipping of the regiments of Cavalry designated for this Arm was not actually effected until 1804. 1805 in some cases. In parade dress mounted - Officer
The Cuirassier Arm was created in September, 1803, but the equipping of the regiments of Cavalry designated for this Arm was not actually effected until 1804. 1805 in some cases. 14th Regiment :1810-1812 (ex-Cuirassiers Hollandais) : Sky blue In parade dress on horseback - Cuirassier
Distinguished by the title "Grenadiers de la Cavalerie" (Grenadiers of the Cavalry) a designation which indicated their elite quality, the two regiment of Carabiniers (ranking after the Cuirassiers) formed part of the Heavy Cavalry of the Empire. In parade dress mounted bearskin cap - Carabinier
Like the Infantry, the regiments of Mounted Dragoons marched preceded by a small group of Sappers, 2 per squadron (4 squadrons to the regiment), under the orders of an N.C.O.These Sappers wore the uniform of the Elite Company of the regiments to which they were attached, in accordance with the following table 1804-1808 - In parade dress mounted bearskin...
The Duke, Commandant of the Legion of Marine Foreign Volunteers, wore a uniform which differed from that of an officer of Hussars. VOLONTAIRES ETRANGERS DE LA MARINE 1778-1783 (American War of Independence) Hussars of lauzun's legion Mounted in colback (busby), slung pelisse, panther skin saddle On Foot in Mirliton shako, dolman (jacket), holding cane
The Marine Foreign Volunteers were raised in 1778 by the Duke of Lauzun for sevice with the Navy and in the Colonies. In parade dress mounted - Officer in colback, slung pelisse, panther skin saddle
The Marine Foreign Volunteers were raised in 1778 by the Duke of Lauzun for sevice with the Navy and in the Colonies. In parade dress mounted - Hussar Mirliton shako, cloth covered saddle, lance or musket
Right holding cornet, left holding musket strap
Right arm at "present arms", left holding reins
Bodies Skirts for Greatcoat (Attack March)