The Old Guard (Vieille Garde)

The Old Guard (Vieille Garde)
P=Parade, C=Combat, M=Marches

The Middle Guard (Moyenne Garde)

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Sunday, September 28, 2008

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.