W Britains 36222 Napoleonic Series French Imperial Guard Standing at Support

Name: W Britains 36222 Napoleonic Series French Imperial Guard Standing at Support
Brand: William Britain

William Britain

NEW\nBy William Britain\nNAPOLEONIC SERIES\nFrench Imperial Guard Standing at Support\nItem Number 36222\nNew in the original box\n1/30 scale, Matte Finish, Single Figure in box\nMembers of the French Old Guard were selected based on physical traits, most notably their height which had to be an above average minimum of at least 5 feet 10 inches tall. Indeed, the imposing stature of these battle-hardened veterans made these men the shock troops of their day. Highly trained in hand-to-hand combat and advanced bayonet techniques, the grenadiers earned a most fearsome reputation. The bayonet was often used once the single shot musket was fired. Despite its almost primitive simplicity, the bayonet was difficult to use. Its weight would throw off the weapon\u2019s natural balance when aiming and it interfered with efficient re-loading. Of course, being at the pointy end of this formidable weapon would cause many an otherwise brave soldier to recoil.\n\nFREE UK TRACKED POSTA;