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The Duke, Commandant of the Legion of Marine Foreign Volunteers, wore a uniform which differed from that of an officer of Hussars. VOLONTAIRES ETRANGERS DE LA MARINE 1778-1783 (American War of Independence) Hussars of lauzun's legion Mounted in colback (busby), slung pelisse, panther skin saddle On Foot in Mirliton shako, dolman (jacket), holding cane
The Marine Foreign Volunteers were raised in 1778 by the Duke of Lauzun for sevice with the Navy and in the Colonies. In parade dress mounted - Officer in colback, slung pelisse, panther skin saddle
The Marine Foreign Volunteers were raised in 1778 by the Duke of Lauzun for sevice with the Navy and in the Colonies. In parade dress mounted - Hussar Mirliton shako, cloth covered saddle, lance or musket
The Marine Foreign Volunteers were raised in 1778 by the Duke of Lauzun for sevice with the Navy and in the Colonies. In parade dress mounted - Trumpeter bicorn hat, tailed coat, cloth covered saddle