The Russian army fought against both the French Republic and Empire surviving numerous defeats, setbacks and massive losses in the 1812 campaign to emerge as a major force in the campaigns of 1813 and 1814. The regular army was huge and was supplemented on home soil by they vast numbers of 'Irregulars' incuding cossacks, partisans, various militia and asiatics. This guide currently only considers the regular army. Attempting to model the Russian army of the Napoleonic wars is made more difficult by a number of changes in organisation and uniform that occured during the period. As always sources can conflict over details of colours and styles, and new uniforms and equipment could take time to get through to the soldiers. These guides cover the core period 1808 to 1815.
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