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AUTHOR: Young, P
FORMAT: 48pp 40 Bw 8 col 248x184 Pb
The Chasseurs of the Guard had its origins in the Guides raised by General
Bonaparte during his Italian Campaign of 1796. Not only did the Chasseurs prove
to be excellent soldiers, but they also served as Napoleon's immediate escort
whenever he went on campaign. This book provides an overview of the regimental
history of the corps, profiling some of its most memorable personalities,
including Jean-Baptise Bessières, Marshal of France, and Prince Eugene de
Beauharnais, Commander of the Chasseurs à cheval. The uniforms, guidons and
standards of the Consular Guard, later renamed the Imperial Guard, are
illustrated throughout the book. Contents: Chronology * Regimental
History * Personalities * Uniforms of the Consular Guard *
Uniforms of the Imperial Guard * Guidons and Standards * Colour plates by
Michael Youen.
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