{"product_id":"na533","title":"NA533 - French Line Infantry Mounted Officer  | King \u0026 Country","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNA533 - French Line Infantry Mounted Officer | King \u0026amp; Country\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor collectors building a Age of Napoleon display, French Line Infantry Mounted Officer introduces a focused character, action or detail from the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis subject belongs to the Napoleonic Wars and the armies that fought them. Napoleonic battlefields depended on disciplined infantry, cavalry, standards and officers directing movement under pressure. Each formation had its own identity and role within the larger army.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis mounted officer represents a French line infantry battalion commander. The horse raises him above the foot soldiers, making him easy to identify in a display of Napoleon’s 3rd Regiment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA mounted subject immediately introduces motion and a different level within the scene. Cavalry and horsemen can be presented on patrol, at the halt or caught in the urgency of action.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn engaging way to present it is within a Napoleonic firing line, cavalry charge or field headquarters. The setting makes the period easy to understand and gives the subject a natural place in the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConsider the direction of the mount when arranging a group: a line of movement helps a small number of figures suggest a much larger formation. Officers and dismounted troops can reinforce the moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo expand the scene, look towards Napoleonic infantry, officers, mounted men and standard bearers. Together, compatible subjects can add a sense of movement, scale and period detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe historical interest extends beyond the title: it is also about the movement, uniform traditions and command of the period. That perspective can help guide a more personal collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a little consideration for placement and supporting pieces, the subject can become a strong focal point within the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNow available from The Military Workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"King \u0026 Country","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53419522097434,"sku":"NA533","price":207.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/0154\/0890\/files\/NA533.jpg?v=1794305162","url":"https:\/\/themilitaryworkshop.com\/products\/na533","provider":"The Military Workshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}