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During the Napoleonic Wars, British light infantry emerged as some of the most skilled and flexible troops in the British Army. Unlike traditional line infantry, which fought in rigid formations and relied on massed volleys, light infantry were trained for speed, independence, and precision. They operated in looser formations, using cover, skirmishing ahead of the main line, and harassing enemy troops with accurate musket fire. Their role was crucial in both reconnaissance and battlefield disruption. British light infantry tactics were heavily influenced by earlier conflicts—particularly experiences in North America during the Seven Years’ War and American Revolution—where open-order fighting and marksmanship proved more effective than conventional European drill. By the time of the Napoleonic Wars, these ideas had been formalized in units like the 95th Rifles, the 60th Royal American Regiment, and several light companies within regular line regiments. Many of these units adopted specialized training, including live-fire drills, independent movement, and target shooting. One of the most famous light infantry units was the 95th Rifles, later part of the Rifle Brigade, which stood out for its use of the Baker rifle—a more accurate, though slower-loading, weapon than the standard Brown Bess musket. Rifles allowed British skirmishers to engage French officers, artillery crews, and scouts at longer distances with greater accuracy. Their distinctive dark green uniforms helped them blend into terrain better than the traditional redcoats, signaling their specialized role. Tactically, British light infantry often formed the screen in front of the main army, engaging enemy skirmishers, delaying advances, and scouting enemy positions. In major battles like Talavera, Bussaco, and Waterloo, they performed admirably, frequently outclassing their French counterparts. Their training emphasized initiative and adaptability—qualities that were less common in the more rigid armies of the era. Light infantry regiments and companies helped modernize British battlefield tactics during the Napoleonic period, marking a shift from linear musketry to more dynamic, combined-arms fighting. They earned a lasting reputation for professionalism, courage, and tactical innovation—traits that became hallmarks of British light troops in campaigns across the Peninsula and beyond. Box contains 36 figures in 12 different poses, and focuses in advancing poses. Include 4 unique command figures and 8 advancing poses repeated four times each.

Unpainted plastic soldiers in 1/72 scale depicting British Light Infantry during the Napoleonic Wars. Box contains 44 figures in 14 different poses that focus on marching poses. A command unique 4 figures group and 10 poses marching repeated 4 times format.

The square was the means by which infantry could defend themselves against cavalry by showing an unbroken line of bayonets in all directions, and if they remained steady then there was nothing much cavalry could do about it. Waterloo was a classic example of this tactic, where for several hours the allied infantry held square against some massive charges by the superb French cavalry. Not one square was broken, and indeed witnesses suggest virtually no one in the squares was hurt during the attacks, since once the cavalry reached the allied lines, all they could do was mill about aimlessly and, at worst, fire off a carbine into the footmen. Many at Waterloo recorded their relief when the French cavalry arrived, because it meant the infantry were safe, particularly from the deadly artillery fire, and the solid British squares became an icon of the battle down the years. Specifications Contents: 42 figures Poses: 18 poses Material: Plastic (Medium Consistency)

In the wars of Napoleon, skirmishing, you might think, was something done by the light infantry companies, or dedicated light infantry regiments, but there is good evidence that grenadiers and battalion (centre) companies also received some training in skirmishing, and so could perform this role, with at least some competence, when the situation required it. Skirmishing was usually done with teams of two or four men, in open order, where each team kept up a regular rate of fire on the enemy. This could harass an enemy unit, disrupt their manoeuvres and potentially keep them away from your own troops while they prepared themselves, but if threatened by formed infantry or cavalry, they would retreat back to their own formed line if possible. The British had learned much about this method of fighting during the American Revolution, and it remained an important tactic despite their modern image of being either in a firing line or in square. Specifications Contents: 42 figures Poses: 18 poses Material: Plastic (Medium Consistency)

British Artillery of the Jacobite Uprising 1745 10 figures and 2 cannons Specification Poses: 10 poses Scale: 1/72 Scale (22mm or 1 inch) Material: Plastic Finish: Unpainted

Jacobite Artillery of the Jacobite Uprising 1745 10 figures and 2 cannons Specification Poses: 10 poses Scale: 1/72 Scale (22mm or 1 inch) Material: Plastic Finish: Unpainted

All figures are supplied unpainted Specification Contents: 45 figures Poses: 15 poses Material: Plastic

All figures are supplied unpainted Specification Contents: 46 figures Poses: 20 poses Material: Plastic

All figures are supplied unpainted Specification Contents: 47 figures Poses: 21 poses Material: Plastic

RB72141 Jacobite Rebellion.Jacobite Cavalry.Prince's Lifeguard and FitzJames Horse Regiment Red Box brings us a set of British regiments of horse as seen in the Jacobite Rebellion (1745) in 1/72 scale! There are 12 unpainted mounted soldiers in 12 different poses, plus 12 horses in 6 different poses to cover all different kinds of situations Specification Scale: 1/72 Model Number: RB72141

Russian Hussars in Winter Dress Hussars were the most recognizable of light cavalry during the Napoleonic wars and beyond. Traditionally dashing, adventurous and (allegedly) attractive to women, their military role was to conduct raids, gather information, harass enemy skirmishers, guard the flanks and generally make a nuisance of themselves. Those of the Russian Empire were no different, and during the French invasion of 1812 they were particularly effective at harassing the retreating invaders, a role sometimes attributed today to Cossacks alone. Features Contents: 12 figures and 12 horses Poses: 12 poses, 6 horse poses Material: Plastic (Medium Consistency) Colours: Green Average Height: 24 mm (= 1.73 m)  

Strelets Mini Roman Republican Legion Before Battle Specifications 1:72 scale Soft plastic 56 figures 14 poses