Katjuscha
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The Original:
At the borders before Portugal, there are some fortresses, which should overview the streets and trade lines in the mountain terrain. The fortress Badajoz was under siege by allied troops under leadership of Sir W. Beresford in May 1811. As the French army got closed the allies went into defending positions at La Albuera. So the battle began at May 16th.
During the battle, heavy rain made the earth sodden and the gunpowder unusable. As a result the French attacked the helpless British troops with cavalry and annihilated a whole brigade within a short time. After a shower of rain, infantry of both sides fought against each other in a melee - a situation with bloody end. To disrupt this horrible scenario the Britain charged with their reserve, the 4th Division. As part of this unit, the 7th Regiment Of Foot (Royal Fusiliers) tried to storm a hill which was futilely attacked formerly. French artillery fired at the Fusiliers and killed the brigade commander Lt Colonel Myers and his officers. They forced them out of their positions and took the hill anyway. The French were not able to stop the charge and withdrew. So the battle of Albuera was a success but only under heavy casualties. 6.000 soldiers were killed or wounded, 1.000 of 1.500 men just in the Fusilier Brigade.
Sources:
wikipedia.de / .en, (Artikel: Schlacht bei La Albuera, Royal Fusiliers)
davidrowlands.co.uk
royalfuzileers.com
The History Press - British Napoleonic Uniforms (C. E. Franklin)
The Model:
In 2012, Mitches Military Models released this officer of the Royal Fusiliers. The moment I first saw him, I knew I would have to order him. After it was sent from Britain I was delighted. Great details and only few parts to correct. I just detailed the inner side of the epaulets then began to paint. After having some problems with the face I did not feel it anymore so the project was interrupted. This year, I could gather up enough enthusiasm to finish the bust reminding that in August 2015 is Kulmbach.
The painting was done with acrylic colors from Vallejo and Silver Chrome from Gunze Sangyo for the sword. Another problem to me were the epaulets and braid at the front. Some illustrations and reenactor uniforms show a yellowish textile, other especially older uniforms show the braid made from bronze coloured metal. I decided for the second one which meant to divide the pure metals from the woven parts. I am satisfied with the result but would be interested in your opinion!
At the end there was just the arrangement on the base made from poplar (my standard).
Feel free to write any critic or comments especially about the metals.
Regards Philip
At the borders before Portugal, there are some fortresses, which should overview the streets and trade lines in the mountain terrain. The fortress Badajoz was under siege by allied troops under leadership of Sir W. Beresford in May 1811. As the French army got closed the allies went into defending positions at La Albuera. So the battle began at May 16th.
During the battle, heavy rain made the earth sodden and the gunpowder unusable. As a result the French attacked the helpless British troops with cavalry and annihilated a whole brigade within a short time. After a shower of rain, infantry of both sides fought against each other in a melee - a situation with bloody end. To disrupt this horrible scenario the Britain charged with their reserve, the 4th Division. As part of this unit, the 7th Regiment Of Foot (Royal Fusiliers) tried to storm a hill which was futilely attacked formerly. French artillery fired at the Fusiliers and killed the brigade commander Lt Colonel Myers and his officers. They forced them out of their positions and took the hill anyway. The French were not able to stop the charge and withdrew. So the battle of Albuera was a success but only under heavy casualties. 6.000 soldiers were killed or wounded, 1.000 of 1.500 men just in the Fusilier Brigade.
Sources:
wikipedia.de / .en, (Artikel: Schlacht bei La Albuera, Royal Fusiliers)
davidrowlands.co.uk
royalfuzileers.com
The History Press - British Napoleonic Uniforms (C. E. Franklin)
The Model:
In 2012, Mitches Military Models released this officer of the Royal Fusiliers. The moment I first saw him, I knew I would have to order him. After it was sent from Britain I was delighted. Great details and only few parts to correct. I just detailed the inner side of the epaulets then began to paint. After having some problems with the face I did not feel it anymore so the project was interrupted. This year, I could gather up enough enthusiasm to finish the bust reminding that in August 2015 is Kulmbach.
The painting was done with acrylic colors from Vallejo and Silver Chrome from Gunze Sangyo for the sword. Another problem to me were the epaulets and braid at the front. Some illustrations and reenactor uniforms show a yellowish textile, other especially older uniforms show the braid made from bronze coloured metal. I decided for the second one which meant to divide the pure metals from the woven parts. I am satisfied with the result but would be interested in your opinion!
At the end there was just the arrangement on the base made from poplar (my standard).
Feel free to write any critic or comments especially about the metals.
Regards Philip
