Chevaulegers

This model represents Major Claude L. Jolly of the 2nd Chevaulegers. Napoleon was so impressed by the Poles wileding long lances that he created 6 regiments of his own mounted lancers serving in the line cavalry. They typically wore the very impressive brass helmet with a comb. Jolly has been represented by various artists and unusually, he wore black gloves. Note that most mounted units within the Imperial Guard have the letter "N" and the Imperial Eagle badge sewn on the shabraque.

This piece was later modified.