NA179-C
Consignment
This is a Consignment sale piece we are offering. It comes with its original box and is in like-new condition.
King & Country NA179 Standing Ready
Napoleonic Wars
For several years (1803-1806) Napoleon’s Armies suffered an amazing
shortage of horses. This meant that some cavalry units and Regiments
were forced to fight on foot. Perhaps the most famous were the Dragoons.
Originally formed as mounted infantry the Emperor decreed that the
Dragoons would be better suited to fight as dismounted soldiers than any
of their cavalry compatriots. Although they never liked losing their
horses the Dragoons performed admirably in this new role for a limited
period. After all, the Emperor’s orders were the Emperor’s wishes! End
of story.
This trooper is of the famed 16th Dragoons of the line dressed in his green tunic with rose pink facings.