Prussian Hussars

Black Powder: Prussian Hussars

Prussia was renowned for its superb infantry under Frederick the Great. Less well known is the ecstasy of the Prussian cavalry on the 19th-century European battlefield. Early in the Napoleonic Wars, Bonaparte himself warned his generals about the excellent Prussian cavalry.

The well-trained and disciplined Prussian horse formed regiments of cuirassiers, dragoons, hussars, and lancers during the Hundred Days' Campaign, with the lighter cavalry intended for raids and skirmishes, but in reality, taking their place in the main battle lines during positional warfare. Hussars were always present in the Napoleonic Wars, with twelve splendidly dressed regiments making up 38% of the total Prussian cavalry at Waterloo. Under the command of the venerable 'Marshal Forwards' - Field Marshal Blücher - they were a tough nut to crack...

The Prussian Hussar regiments during the Hundred Days varied in their uniform. The miniatures shown here follow traditional Hussar attire and are ideal for the majority of Hussar regiments during the campaign.

12 models made from Warlord Resin.
Models are supplied unpainted and require assembly.