Crimean War British Rifle Brigade in shakos
When the Crimean War broke out in 1853 the Rifle Brigade sent two battalions. They fought at the Battle of the Alma, where one of their number led the advance across the river. The regiment also saw action at the Battle of Inkerman, and during the Siege of Sevastopol Victoria Crosses were awarded to members of the regiment over the course of the Crimean campaign.
The Rifle Brigade began the campaign wearing the traditional shako, before later transitioning to the soft forage cap.
Sculpted by Michael Percy. Studio miniatures painted by Jamie Getliffe.
Models supplied unassembled and unpainted
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Crimean War British Rifle Brigade in shakos
When the Crimean War broke out in 1853 the Rifle Brigade sent two battalions. They fought at the Battle of the Alma, where one of their number led the advance across the river. The regiment also saw action at the Battle of Inkerman, and during the Siege of Sevastopol Victoria Crosses were awarded to members of the regiment over the course of the Crimean campaign.
The Rifle Brigade began the campaign wearing the traditional shako, before later transitioning to the soft forage cap.
Sculpted by Michael Percy. Studio miniatures painted by Jamie Getliffe.
Models supplied unassembled and unpainted
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When the Crimean War broke out in 1853 the Rifle Brigade sent two battalions. They fought at the Battle of the Alma, where one of their number led the advance across the river. The regiment also saw action at the Battle of Inkerman, and during the Siege of Sevastopol Victoria Crosses were awarded to members of the regiment over the course of the Crimean campaign.
The Rifle Brigade began the campaign wearing the traditional shako, before later transitioning to the soft forage cap.
Sculpted by Michael Percy. Studio miniatures painted by Jamie Getliffe.
Models supplied unassembled and unpainted
