Italeri Napoleonic Wars Polish

Italeri’s HC-6039 Napoleonic Wars Polish set focuses on two renowned cavalry units of Napoleon’s Imperial Guard. These are the Regiment de Chevau-Legers Polonaise and the Regiment de Chevau-Legers-Lanciers, the latter widely known as the Red Lancers for their uniform colour.

The subject matter highlights hallmark details associated with these units, including the distinctive Czapska headgear and their unmistakable lances, with historical notes on their formation and composition.

Historical Highlights

• Formed in 1807 within Napoleon’s Imperial Guard.
• In 1810, the units absorbed Polish and Dutch elements following the annexation of their countries.
• Recognisable by the Czapska hat and use of lances.
• Chevau-Legers-Lanciers commonly known as the “Red Lancers” due to their uniform colour.