On this day, in 1770, Louis XVI marries Archduchess Maria Antonia of Austria in a proxy ceremony. They would not meet in person until 14th May. Pictured is a contemporary illustration of the wedding ceremony which took place on 16th May - with them both in attendance. And *absolutely nothing else* of importance happened on … Continue reading On this day…a Royal wedding!
On This Day – 14th October 1781
Octobre 14, 1781. Having besieged Yorktown for several weeks, grenadiers of le Gatinois are part of the assault force on Redoubt 9. In conjunction with men from Le Régiment de Deux-Ponts, raised in the Rhineland for French service, le Gatinois attacked the fortification and took it at the point of the bayonet. Wilhelm Graf Von-Schwerin, … Continue reading On This Day – 14th October 1781
Happy Independence Day!
Happy #IndependenceDay to our gallant allies/partners in crime (depending what colour coat you wear)! Let's all celebrate the real meaning of the holiday...using rebellions as an excuse to begin a global war with your long-standing rivals. Like the Founding Fathers intended. And if you want to meet us to talk more about the #FrancoAmerican war … Continue reading Happy Independence Day!
On This Day – 6th February 1778
#OnThisDay, 6th February, in 1778; two Franco-American "treaties of Alliance" are signed. The first is a commercial agreement, establishing trading links between France and the United States; the second is a military pact, in case the British wished to begin hostilities. Not only did this open the door for other European nations to become involved, … Continue reading On This Day – 6th February 1778
Le Régiment Gatinois 