Napoleon’s Old Guard Grenadiers, 28 mm Scale Model Plastic Figures

The Old Guard (French: Vieille Garde) were the veteran elements of the Emperor Napoleon’s Imperial Guard. As such it was the most prestigious formation in Napoleon’s Grande Armée. French soldiers often referred to Napoleon’s Old Guard as “the Immortals”.

There were four regiments of Old Guard infantry: 1st and 2nd each of grenadiers and chasseurs. Members of the Old Guard benefitted from a number of different privileges, including considerably increased wages from the Imperial Guard. mortals”.

It is believed that Napoleon hand-selected members of his Old Guard based on physical traits, most notably above-average height. Their imposing stature was likely impressive to foes and allies alike. Awards as well as veterancy were also taken into consideration when selecting troops for the Old Guard.

Another privilege reserved only for the members of the Old Guard was the freedom to express their discontent freely: the Old Guard Grenadiers were known as “the Grumblers” (French: les Grognards) because they openly complained about the petty troubles of military life.

This Victrix Limited set of miniatures represents Napoleon’s Old Guard Grenadiers. The kit contains: