Description

Russian Guards Uhlan minifigure honours the elite cavalry of the Tsar’s Imperial Guard, who combined the deadly reach of the lance with the prestige of serving in Russia’s most honoured formation. The Uhlans, of Polish origin, were adopted widely across Europe, but in Russia’s service they gained unique status. Distinguished by their square-topped czapkas and elegant uniforms, the Guards Uhlans were both battlefield warriors and symbols of imperial pride.

These lancers took part in many of the most dramatic clashes of the Napoleonic Wars. At Borodino in 1812, they were held in reserve before being unleashed at critical moments to blunt French cavalry attacks. Their discipline and precision often made them decisive in protecting key positions. During the retreat from Moscow, the Guards Uhlans harried the faltering remnants of the Grande Armée, capturing prisoners and standards as Napoleon’s forces crumbled in the snow.

In 1813–1814, they fought across Germany and France, playing a key role at Leipzig, where the Allies’ massive cavalry superiority finally overpowered Napoleon. Their lances allowed them to dominate light cavalry and threaten infantry, while their elite training ensured they could perform under the harshest conditions.

The Guards Uhlans were also a ceremonial unit, parading before the Tsar in splendid attire. Yet they were not mere showpieces; they represented the peak of Russian cavalry power, combining elegance with deadly skill. Many officers came from noble families, adding to the prestige, but the soldiers themselves proved their worth time and again in the grinding wars against France.

This minifigure reflects the dual nature of the Guards Uhlan: both glamorous and lethal. For collectors, it embodies the grandeur of Russia’s contribution to Napoleon’s downfall, from the bloody fields of Borodino to the triumphant march into Paris. With its iconic lance and czapka, it is an indispensable piece for any Napoleonic display.

Includes:

• 1 Russian Guards Uhlan minifigure disassembled
• 1 replica spear and flag colours

Pcs: 14

Age rating: 14+