Compaigne Frances uniforms

 Between metal and plastic I have built several units with the uniforms. I shall put up some of these shortly

Most of the uniforms which I have modelled them in 1/72 are of the companies dressed in garrison uniforms they would have worn in several forts in New France. This would be a justecoat of grey-white, blue breeches, blue waistcoat. From the 1750s white gaiters were added. Tricorns edged in yellow or gold

Outposts would see the soldiers either in just their waistcoat and breeches. Or in Amerindian inspired leggings and loincloths with a Bonnet du police, a type of forge cap.

While out on campaign, they had a more Canadien look or adapted to the environment.

La Milice du Nouveau France

 Recently, I've seen some interesting information concerning the French militia of New France.

During the 1759 campaign it had been reported that the only uniform the militia had were knit caps in specific colors. This is now false. However I have already painted up several metal figures in this so they say remain.

The other figures I have in knit caps shall remain the same. Militia wore practical clothing from their experience in the forest. Officers were only distinguished by the better quality of their clothes and a gorget.

This post shows the militia units I have built both in plastic and metal.

Thirty years War source

 One of my old friends allowed me to borrow some books. This Osprey helps fill in the gaps in my 17th century warfare 

Within this volume is information on the Scottish units which the Swedish army employed.