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Uniform of a Chasseur-Voltigeur des troupes
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Uniform of a Chasseur-Voltigeur des troupes
French light infantry uniform of a Chasseur-Voltigeur des troupes legeres, Napoleonic era. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historiques de la France (Historical Costumes of France), Administration de Librairie, Paris, 1852
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Bibliophile Boots Breeches Chasseur Epaulettes Historiques Infantry Jacob Lacroix Musket Napoleonic Plume Troupes Voltigeur
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This stunning handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard, published in Paul Lacroix's "Costumes Historiques de la France" in 1852, showcases the uniform of a Chasseur-Voltigeur des Troupes Légères (Light Infantry) of the Napoleonic era. The Chasseur-Voltigeurs were an elite light infantry unit known for their agility, marksmanship, and adaptability in various terrains. The uniform depicted in this print is characterized by its distinctive elements. The Chasseur-Voltigeur wears a short, green schako with a red pompom and a plume, adding a touch of elegance and identification to his headgear. His red waistcoat, adorned with gold buttons, is worn over a white, knee-length shirt and blue breeches. The breeches are held up by a red sash, which is also used to secure the musket slung over his left shoulder. His boots, with their high, turned-down cuffs, are a practical choice for the rough terrain the Chasseur-Voltigeurs often encountered. The epaulettes on his shoulders, displaying the golden eagle insignia, denote his rank and status within the unit. The Chasseur-Voltigeur's musket, a standard-issue weapon of the era, is slung over his left shoulder, ready for action. This meticulously handcoloured lithograph provides an intriguing glimpse into the past, offering a detailed and accurate representation of the uniform of a Chasseur-Voltigeur des Troupes Légères during the Napoleonic era.
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