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Italeri – Napoleonic Wars: French Grenadiers (1:72 Scale)

Kit No. 6072

This Italeri plastic model kit captures the elite 1er Régiment de Grenadiers-à-Pied de la Garde Impériale, the backbone of Napoleon’s legendary Old Guard. Known as the “grognards” or “grumblers,” these veteran soldiers were admitted only after 10 years of impeccable service and were deployed in decisive moments on the battlefield.

Kit Features

• Scale: 1:72
• Material: Plastic (assembly required)
• Model Type: Figures
• Range: Historics
• Recommended Age: 8+

This kit is perfect for hobbyists looking to recreate Napoleonic battles or add detailed French Grenadiers to their historical diorama collections.

Historical Background

• Unit: 1er Régiment de Grenadiers-à-Pied de la Garde Impériale
• Nationality: French
• Era: 1803–1815 (Napoleonic Wars)

The Old Guard’s grenadiers were seasoned, disciplined, and held in the highest regard by Napoleon. Their imposing presence and experience made them a key element in French military success until the Battle of Waterloo.

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