Marine Marching - USMC 1814

1812M-05 - Marine Marching - USMC 1814 | John Jenkins Designs

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“Marine Marching – USMC 1814” is a historical toy soldier figure portraying a United States Marine from the War of 1812 period, specifically around 1814 when the United States Marine Corps served in shipboard actions, coastal defense, and land engagements.

These collectible figures are commonly produced in 54mm / 1:30 scale and depict a Marine in marching pose wearing the distinctive early-19th-century uniform.

Typical features:

  • Hand-painted metal miniature
  • Marching pose with musket
  • Early USMC shako and dark blue uniform coat
  • Scale: 54mm / 1:30
  • Designed for War of 1812 displays and dioramas

Historical background:

  • In 1814, U.S. Marines fought in several important actions including the defense of Washington and naval engagements on the Atlantic coast and Great Lakes
  • Marines served aboard U.S. Navy vessels as sharpshooters, boarding troops, and ship security
  • Uniforms of the era featured dark blue coats with red trim and tall shakos influenced by Napoleonic military fashion

Brand: John Jenkins