In fact, the depopulation of the Highlands meant that it became increasingly hard to sustain so many regiments so in 1808 the 73rd and some other units lost their Highland distinctions, so at Waterloo they must be shown in English dress.
During the battle, the 73rd formed square with the 30th and so you see the beginnings of a double battalion square. Unlike their comrades in the 42nd who wore blue facings as a Royal Regiment, the 73rd wore green facings.
I haven't got to the 30th yet, but they are next on the list.
Along side the other square of Hackett's brigade, the 33rd and 69th. |
This is so impressive Captain! Keep them coming!
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Peter
These last two posts are simply magnificent James.
ReplyDeleteIt is so good to have you back posting updates to this brilliant project. All the long labour of love in painting and arranging the figures are worth it; over and over. Your excellent photos display them to us so well too.
Thank you for the visual joy and modelling/wargaming inspiration,
James
Many thanks James and Peter!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much James, busy now on the 30th!
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