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Verlinden Sapper of the Guard

January 19, 2024 · in Figures · · 12 · 315

The Napoleonic were elite military engineers who played a crucial role in Napoleon Bonaparte's army during the Napoleonic Wars. These skilled and specialized soldiers were part of the Imperial Guard, tasked with various engineering duties such as building fortifications, digging trenches, and constructing bridges. The Sappers of the Guard were known for their exceptional expertise in siege warfare and played a vital role in many of Napoleon's military campaigns. Their contributions extended beyond traditional combat, as they were integral to the success of Napoleon's military strategies, showcasing the importance of engineering and tactical expertise in the complex landscape of 19th-century warfare.

This figure is from a number of years ago, 120mm from .

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12 responses

  1. Looking awesome, Scott!

  2. Very neat imposing figure Scott, and I assume these guys were all about 6ft and with the bearskins they would be pretty intimidating. Great build 👍

  3. Excellent paintwork, Scott @guitarhack5
    Beautiful details.

  4. Very cool, and beautifuly painted! Outstanding.

  5. Beautifully painted and detailed. @guitarhack5

  6. Interesting figure well presented, Scott, I can’t help wondering what he’s smoking.

  7. very nice work!

    Steve

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