Saxon Infantry Battalion (1812-1814)

At a Glance

Saxon line infantry or light infantry 
Complete battalion with fusiliers and skirmishers.
Contains 37 figures: 36 foot + 1 mounted

Historical Context

This battalion represents Saxon line or light infantry during the Napoleonic Wars - professional soldiers of a secondary German power committed to Napoleon's cause.

 Saxony's involvement in Napoleonic warfare reflected its precarious position in Central Europe: alliance with France offered protection against Austrian and Russian threats, but tied Saxon forces to the Emperor's increasingly desperate campaigns.

 From the Russian campaign through the defense of German territories in 1813, these battalions proved competent if ultimately overwhelmed by coalition forces.

Pack Contents:

AB-SAX01 Fusilier march attack x 25 figures
AB-SAX03 Light infantry skirmisher firing and loading x 6 figures
AB-SAX04 Officer x 2 figures
AB-SAX06 Drummer x 2 figures
AB-SAX07 Standard bearer x 1 figure
AB-SAX05 Mounted officer x 1 figure

Contains 37 figures: 36 foot + 1 mounted