Lifeguard Polish uhlans 1809-1815
Vendor code: 8075
Scale 1:72
Parts х 18
Size, cm 3,9
When Napoleon I had been entered into Warsaw he had escort of group of the
Polish nobleman. The emperor was impressed deeply with their excellent military
bearing and craftsmanship. In 1807 he ordered to form regiment of the Polish light
cavalry which warriors, besides common weapon of cavalryman (sabre, pistols,
carabine) were armed with long spears also. Uhlans had been participated in
campaign against Spain and Russia. When Napoleon I was thrown down and
sent to Elba Island he also had been escorted by 120 Polish uhlans.