Tirailleurs-Chasseurs

The Tirailleurs-Chasseurs were formed out of the shorter recruits. They were renamed Voltiguers in 1810. The Tirailleurs-Chasseurs were the same as the Tirailleur-Grenadiers in all but height. 

Uniform

• Dark blue coat
• Dark blue lapels piped in white with red turnbacks
• Green epaulettes with red fringing.
• Shako with green or red and green plume

Tirailleurs-Grenadiers

The Tirailleurs-Grenadiers were formed out of the taller of the recruits into the Young Guard. The Young Guard were known for their enthusiasm and bravery in battle. 

Requirements

• Veterans of 1 campaign
• Best of new recruits

Uniform 

• Dark blue coats
  
• Red epaulettes
• Dark blue turnbacks with white lapels
• Shako with red cords and a tall red plume.

Marines of the Guards (Marins de la Garde)

The Marines of the Guard were formed in 1803. Their main purpose was to transport the Emperor during the expected crossing of the English channel prior to the invasion in England. The Marines of the Guard were sometimes translated into Seamen of the Guard.

Requirements:

1. Had to be veterans for at least 2-3 campaigns.

Uniform:

• Navy Blue Hussar-style Dolman Jackets
• Navy Blue Hungarian-style Trousers with Gold Lace
• Shako- Gold trimmed, Tall Red Plume

The battalion was formed by 5 crews (equipages). But after the cancellation of the invasion, they remained as guards manning boats, barges and other water vessels the Emperor traveled in.

Fusilier-Chasseurs

The Fusilier-Chasseurs fought alongisde the Fusilier-Grenadiers as the Middle Guard. These Guards saw extensive action in battle and proved their worth with superior bravery and skill.

Uniform:

• Dark Blue habit long
• Green Epaulettes with Red Fringes
• Red Turnbacks
• White Lapels
• White Waistcoat
• Blue or Brown Trousers
• Shako-Red/Green Plumes, White Cords

Requirements:

1. Had to be veterans of 2-3 campaigns

The Middle Guard was disbanded after Napoleon's exile to the island of Elba. On his return, the Middle Guard was not reassembled and therefore did not take part in the Battle of Waterloo.

Fusilier-Grenadiers

The Fusilier-Grenadiers was formed in 1807 as part of the Middle Guard (La Garde Moyenne). They was organized the same way as the Fusilier-Chasseurs, but a slightly larger formation. The Fusilier-Grenadiers were often operated with its sister formation along with the Fusilier-Chasseurs as part of a Guard Fusilier Brigade. They were later disbanded by Napoleon in 1814 and therefore did not take part in the Battle of Waterloo.

Uniform:

• Dark blue habit long
• Red Epaulettes
• Red Turnbacks
• White Lapels
• White Waistcoat
• White Trousers
• Shako- Long Red Plumes, White Cords

Requirements:

1. Had to be veterans of at least 2-3 campaigns.

Chasseurs of the Guard (Chasseurs à Pied de la Garde Impériale)

The Chasseurs of the Guard were the Second most senior troops in the Grand Armée. Men in the Chasseurs of the Guard were equally brave and loyal as the Grenadiers of the Guard. Very often, they fought just as well. In 1815, the Chasseur Regiments also expanded to form 4 Regiments.

Requirements:

1. Must be literate.
2. Must be over 172cm tall.
3. Must have received a citation for bravery.
4. Must have served in the army for at least 10 years (3-5 campaigns).
   

Uniform:

1. Dark Blue Habit Long
2. Red Turnbacks
3. Red Epaulettes with Green Fringes
4. White Lapels
5. Bearskin Hat- Red/Green Plumes, White Cords

Due to the limited amount of time available, the 2e Chasseurs, 3e Chasseurs and the 4e Chasseurs were formed with recruits with 4 years of experience. This lack of experience made these regiments inferior to the 1st Regiment of the Chasseurs of the Guard (Le 1er Régiment des Chasseurs à pied de la Garde Impériale). The 1er Regiment of the Chasseurs fought alongside the 1er Regiment of the Grenadiers during in Placenoit during the Battle of Waterloo. They showed the same bravery and skill as the latter.

Grenadiers of the Guard (Grenadiers à Pied de la Garde Impériale)

The Grenadiers of the Guard were Napoleon's most elite and trusted troops, they were the most senior troops of the Grande Armée. They were the bravest and most experienced troops. At it's height, the guard was expanded to 4 Regiments.

Requirements:

1. Must be literate.
2. Must be over 178cm tall.
3. Must have received a citation for bravery.
4. Must have served in the army for at least 10 years (3-5 campaigns).

Uniform:

• Dark Blue Habit Long
• Red Turnbacks
• Epaulettes
• White Lapels
  
• Bearskin Hat- Engraved Gold Plate, Red Plume, White Cords

The 2e Grenadiers, 3e Grenadiers and the 4e Grenadiers were a result of the expansion of the Old Guard in 1815. The Battle of Waterloo would prove that these units were by-far inferior to the 1st Grenadiers of the Guard (Le 1er Régiment des Grenadiers à Pied de la Garde Impériale). As a conclusion, the Grenadiers of the Guard, especially the 1st Regiment was La Crème de la crème of the Infantry of the Imperial Guard.