Photo by kind permission of David Hoult
Un soldat du Gatinois et un milicien du 6e Virginia au service de piquet.
The Treaty of Alliance in action. Photo by kind permission of David Hoult; featuring Virginia Continentals UK 1775 - 1783.
First Event – Moira Furnace 2024
Quelle joie! We're thrilled with how our first event at Moira Furnace Museum and Country Park went. We got to break in our new uniforms, try out our interpretation of the Ordonnance (manual of arms), and even induct a new member of the hobby. Plus there was time to take some photos of more amazing … Continue reading First Event – Moira Furnace 2024
Le bonnet de police en forme de Pokalem (fatigue cap in the shape of a “pokalem”)
As we begin eagerly ticking down the days towards our first event, and work continues on a whole menagerie of this impression, we thought we'd also share a little bit about the next item of kit on our list: le bonnet de police en forme de Pokalem (fatigue cap in the shape of a "pokalem"). … Continue reading Le bonnet de police en forme de Pokalem (fatigue cap in the shape of a “pokalem”)
Uniform – Vestes (sleeved waistcoats)
As the first impression of the French Army during the #RevWar in the UK, it is essential to set a high standard for all our kit and equipment. At present our main priority is, of course, uniforms! These are grounded in the Reglementes, consultation with historians and researchers, and produced in partnership with some incredibly … Continue reading Uniform – Vestes (sleeved waistcoats)