We're delighted to be able to release the latest in the Crimean War range – the 17th Lancers. The reason for this delight is mostly because we love these new models, sculpted as they are by Paul Hicks, but also because we will have a lot more time on our hands rather than be fielding a constant stream of emails about when these new sculpts will be available to buy!
Under the command of the controversial figure of Major-General Lord Cardigan, the 17th formed part of the Light Brigade during the Crimean War.
Despite seeing action on several occasions, it will always be for their ill-fated charge at the Battle of Balaklava on 25th October that they will be etched into the annals of military history. Indeed, the poet Tennyson captured the charge in his poem, The Charge of the Light Brigade.
You can now add this famous regiment to your Crimean War army. We have the miniatures available in several ways – check them out in our webstore.
Although providing shock tactics, the Lancers cannot win the day alone – these brave British redcoats are the backbone of the army and provide an ideal anvil for the cavalry hammer to smash the enemy upon!
And if one is looking for a gentleman officer to command such a fine body of men, then one should look no further than this fine fellow sat atop his splendid steed…
