As suggested by popular demand (well, popular demand in the sense that two readers asked for a parade!), I present the Russian Army mustered out for the 1799 project. Actually, this is not quite true. I reckon there are at least two battalions of jagers that are not included in this parade. If I search, I bet I find these missing light infantrymen lurking among the SYW Russian Army.
Sifting back, a long way back, through the Painting Log, I first began working on this Russian Army in 2009. With no upcoming battle to deploy on the table, adding to the collection has been hit and miss over the years. 2018 and 2019 saw some renewed activity but not much notable progress since then. 2026 has seen six infantry battalions muster out representing the most activity in a long time. The photo above shows the composition of the Russian Army as of June 2026. Well, with the exception of the missing jagers, that is. Figures are mostly AB Miniatures with some Eureka and Old Glory tossed in for good measure and variety. Besides a few odds and ends, The Lead Pile is empty of FRW Russians. Those units ready for service are:
- 6x Cossack regiments
- 3x Militia/Foot Cossack battalions
- 5x Musketeer Regiments of two battalions each
- 3x Grenadier Regiments of two battalions each
- 6x Combined Grenadier Battalions
- 8x Artillery batteries
I really ought to put together a scenario to bring this army onto the field of battle for its baptism of fire. First, though, a series of Feudal Japan actions featuring the Battle Among the Tombs.
Hope you enjoyed the parade!
Impressive numbers. I love parades.
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