These can be arranged in two historical configurations from 6 August 1870:
As Michel's Brigade (8th and 9th Regiments) that charged at Morsbronn, with two squadrons of the 6th Lancers attached (to the rear in the image).
And as Bonnemain's Division (1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th Regiments) that charged at Froeschwiller, an hour or so later and three kilometres to the north, formed here in double columns of squadrons with their commanders to the fore.
Then there are a few images looking down the line of massed cuirassiers.
The only other French cavalry needed are the two regiments of dragoons to complete the Second Corps cavalry division, but the Perrys haven't made them yet...although the Chasseures d'Afrique are tempting.
They look fantastic en masse Mark and we will get to see them in action in a couple of weeks at Barry's place 😀
ReplyDeleteI like that last shot down the line....yes seeing them on the table on the 7th is the plan.
DeleteTremendous! Looks like the old book on wargames from the 1970's.
ReplyDeleteThanks Joe...I know what you mean...very Peter Gilder-ish.
DeleteYes, exactly!
DeleteBeautiful looking collection Mark!
ReplyDeleteThank you Michal.
DeleteGreat photos Mark, they look superb in their formations, great work.
ReplyDeleteThanks Donnie. It good to see them completed.
DeleteA most impressive showing Mark especially lined up in their historical formation. All beautifully done.
ReplyDeleteThanks Lawrence. They certainly look good en masse!
DeleteThey look superb, especially in mass formation
ReplyDeleteThanks Neil...its not that often there is a chance to group 48 cavalry figures together.
DeleteThis must be one of the largest collections of Frenchg Cuirassiers outside of Napoleonic collections. It's another period with great uniforms and to see the historical
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Stephen
Thanks Stephen. I almost posed them in their historical charge positions, but it was too much of a task to set all the terrain up.
DeleteI can only echo those before. A great looking group of cavalry. It is especially grand looking in mass. May they fare well in your game.
ReplyDeleteThe only problem is that cavalry rarely fares well - more often it bids farewell!
DeleteYes! Massed formations of tabletop cavalry are well worth the effort. Your cuirassiers (and lancers) look super.
ReplyDeleteKind Regards,
Stokes
Thanks Stokes. We shall see how they look after their first battle!
DeleteMagnificent array of heavies, Mark! Well done!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jonathan...heavy cavalry always look spectacular, whatever the era.
DeleteThey look glorious! Sadly I have this feeling it will not go well for them when they charge in the games.
ReplyDeleteMaybe they will be lucky enough to find an exposed flank or some broken battalions to fall on!
DeleteBrilliant work there Mark and lovely to see a massed array of cavalry:)!
ReplyDeleteThanks Steve. I guess we shall see how they perform on the table.
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