Black Powder - Epic Battles: Waterloo - French Gendarmes d'Elite of the Imperial Guard

Created in 1801, the elite gendarmes of the Imperial Guard were formed from a combination of men from heavy cavalry regiments and existing gendarmes. Recruits had to be at least 6 feet tall, between 25 and 40 years old, literate, and have participated in at least four campaigns.

Mounted on large black horses, these highly disciplined and somewhat ruthless men were feared by rednecks and other rascals. Most often, the Elite Gendarmes served in small units compared to the other cavalry regiments of the Imperial Guard.

Contains two Warlord resin cavalry bases, including plastic base cluster and flag sheet.