Our very own fearless leader, John Stallard has been at it again! – This time, he’s been working on some Napoleonic reinforcements in the form of some of our Guard Grenadiers!

There are few soldiers more famous than the Grenadiers of the Old Guard – arguably the most resolute and famous soldiers of the Napoleonic Wars. Their ranks were made up of veteran soldiers of many campaigns who would literally give their lives for their Emperor if needed.

Formed from the Consular Guards in 1804, they were the elite of an elite, each man hand-picked for his height and military bearing. They proudly grew fierce moustaches, powdered their pigtailed hair, and wore gold earrings which gave them a glamorous if wild countenance.

These loyal soldiers served their Emperor well and earned their nickname ‘Les Grognards’ (grumblers) as they marched all over Europe, smashing France’s foes on battlefield after battlefield.

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We’ve featured a whole host of John’s hobby projects – ranging from the wacky to the sublime…try clicking each of the images below to see some of his other tinkerings!

Whatever will he dream up next?!