Napoleonic War Reenacting Sources?

[Zach R.]

I was just wondering, since I know some of you are involved in the living history circle, if anyone knew of any sources for reproductions of Napoleonic War Uniforms, the rifle regiments specifically, all I've been able to find are Shakos and reproduction Baker rifles.

Thanks!

-Zach

 

[deanglen]

I was just wondering, since I know some of you are involved in the living history circle, if anyone knew of any sources for reproductions of Napoleonic War Uniforms, the rifle regiments specifically, all I've been able to find are Shakos and reproduction Baker rifles.

Thanks!

-Zach

Hope this suits you! lol I've purchased from these guys and their customer service is great!

http://www.sutlers.co.uk/acatalog/Clothing.html

Dean

 

[Story]

Indian-manufactured Baker Rifles are imported by a couple of Canadian firms, although they're smoothbore. The Napoleonic reenactors have replacement rifled barrels fitted. PM me for more details, unless we can think of a WWII twist.

 

[Lauren]

Oooh! Yes! I'm going to try to get involved in this as well. But- I guess as a girl I don't need a uniform...

But if it counts for anything- I think this was one of the best periods in history for men's uniforms

 

[Tony in Tarzana]

Do you like the Sharpe series of books by Bernard Cornwell? I enjoyed them quite a bit. He gets into early 19th century high tech in wonderful detail.

The TV movies were quite entertaining, too.

 

[Matt Deckard]

Was hanging out with that crowd at the last Ft. McArthur event. Swell crowd. Kids play cabbage ball and the men wear button down shirts with the collar ends unbuttoned and a cravatte around the neck holding the collar up. Oh the buttons were removed though you can't fix the hole on the collars.

Cool crowd. Big events in Europe

I'll post more info shortly on contacting.

 

[Lauren]

Yup, Deckard and I hung out with them- looks like a fun group- and they make some yummy food, too!

Have you seen the Cut of Men's Clothes book by Norah Waugh? Some of those patterns might be adaptable to uniforms by a good tailor. There's only a handful from the period, though...

 

[Zach R.]

Do you like the Sharpe series of books by Bernard Cornwell? I enjoyed them quite a bit. He gets into early 19th century high tech in wonderful detail.

The TV movies were quite entertaining, too.

Sure do.

In fact, I had Richard Sharpe as my avatar for the longest time before I switched over to Connery.

I was extremely surprised(and elated) that they came back from a 7 year hiatus to make the new one that came out earlier this year.

I am also a huge fan of CS Forester's Hornblower novels(and subsequent A&E series). I've recently started Dudley Pope's Ramage series, too soon to tell if it stacks up against Hornblower however.

Thanks for all the help. the ones on Sutlers' look great, but a little high for me.

 

[Zach R.]

I find it ironic that the one that I want most on that website is also the MOST expensive.

I wonder why that is?

 

[Lauren]

Heehee... probably because the braid and buttons are a pain to do. Very handsome, though.

 

[Tony in Tarzana]

Hmmm... Sgt Harper, there's a character I'm not too big to re-enact. I'd have to learn that Irish accent, though.

 

[Solid Citizen]

Napoleonic Reenacting

I would recommend this web link resource:

http://www.brigade-napoleon.org/

A good friend of mine belongs this is really for serious "self starters" in
Living History its not cheap ($$$) These are impressions with HEAVY
emphasis on the quality of your turnout.

SC

 

[Story]

From a recent posting at muzzleloadingforum.com

I have reworked the "Indian Baker from TDG & Have a comple report + pics ALSO a good discussion I have had with several other doing this "project"

If you are interested, email me at JEng958607@ AOL.com ( put in the "subject line" BAKER RIFLE

Puffer

Ask Puffer nicely, he might hook you up.

 

[Zach R.]

Is this the same Indian-made rifle?

http://www.militaryheritage.com/baker.htm

Thanks, I might have to give him a ring.

 

[Mojave Jack]

Oooh! Yes! I'm going to try to get involved in this as well. But- I guess as a girl I don't need a uniform...

But if it counts for anything- I think this was one of the best periods in history for men's uniforms

I agree! Well, actually I guess I just like uniforms from just about any era. These are some great ones, though! I've got a bunch of patterns around here for everthing from the drop-front breeches to the hunting shirt that I've never had the resources to get made. I like the cut of that Naval Captain's Frock, I'll tell you! I can almost smell the salt air and feel the rock of the ship!

I devoured all the Hornblower books as a kid myself, plus a whole lot more. I've got one on my shelf right now, waiting for me to have some spare time.

 

[mikepara]

You should look this up...

..http://www.southessex.co.uk/

You should also read 'Marching with Sharpe' by B.J Bluth all about the Rifles.

On a nautical bent the Thomas Paine Kyddbooks by Julian Stockwin are great!

I went to the battlefield of Waterloo for my 40th Birthday on a 3 day tour. Also taking in the battles of Quatre Bras and Ligny. Fantastic! The main reason for the surprise present was my old Battery Mercers Troop played an important part in the Victory. I found a Prussian Musket ball which made my day.

 

[Story]

Is this the same Indian-made rifle?

http://www.militaryheritage.com/baker.htm

Thanks, I might have to give him a ring.

Affirmative. Beware, it'll take some work to become serviceable.

Come to think of it, if you're still in school and can sign up for Shop Classes, you might want to run the instructions past the Shop Teacher. Depending on the locality, it'd be a good year-long project.

 

[Story]

If you fancy yourself a Hussar's uniform, go for it.

Oooh! Yes! I'm going to try to get involved in this as well. But- I guess as a girl I don't need a uniform... But if it counts for anything- I think this was one of the best periods in history for men's uniforms

There's actually a two or three volume set of cheesecake books printed by some English house, women in uniform throughout the ages. Knee boots, breeches and a cropped jacket look better on a woman, anyway.

Additional reading:
Napoleonic Wars: Women at Waterloo
As was the case throughout the Napoleonic Wars, Waterloo saw its share of female participants -- and casualties.
http://www.historynet.com/wars_conflicts/napoleonic_wars/3031026.html?featured=y&c=y

 

[Story]

Another useful web resource

http://www.napoleon-series.org/

 

[Lauren]

What an interesting article! Thank you! But I think if I were to have been there I would have been positioned in the belltower wearing something similar this (but not nearly as fashionable since I would have been tromping around after my lover)