The Army of Hubertus II - Cavalry Regiments 1720

This the Senior branch of the army comprises five Line Cavalry Regiments.  One Cuirassier, three Dragoon (one of which is termed "Grenadier") and a Regiment of Hussars. 

Foremost amongst these is the élite "Leibgarde" (KR.1).  As in the case of IR.1 "Kronprinz" this Regiment wears a "charcoal grey" coat faced with the coat colour the "normal" Regiments.  This, in the case of the cavalry, is a dark "blood-red". 

Having eight squadrons, the "Leibgarde" is larger than a "standard" Cavalry Regiment which has six.

The three Dragoon Regiments form the "backbone" of the Cavalry.  Although they have evolved from the mounted infantry of yesteryear, they are now true cavalry soldiers capable of delivering a decisive blow on the battlefield.

The most recent addition are the Hussars of KR.5.  These flamboyant troopers are drawn from the Magyar territories on the fringes of the Reichsfürstentum.  Used mainly for scouting and escort duties, this Regiment is nevertheless a most valuable part of the Cavalry service.

As with the Infantry, in times of extremis Beimbach-Schönau can call upon a variety of ad-hoc formations.  Of these the "Croat" light cavalry have gained infamy far and wide.  They are used to harass the enemy's supply lines and raid deep into his heartland, pillaging as they go.

Details of these "Irregular" formations will be posted in due course.

The Army of Hubertus II - Field Artillery 1720

This subject was touched upon earlier but a fuller explanation may be found useful.

Light and Medium Artillery is distributed amongst the Infantry Regiments.  The number and type of guns differs from Regiment to Regiment but the tactical deployment does not.

Most of the the Regimental pieces are "Six-Pounders" or the somewhat older "Sacres".  These guns are manned by specialist personnel.  Both Officers and Men wear "Tobacco Brown" coats which are detailed as per the parent Regiment.

As illustration, please consider the following examples of Artillery uniforms.

Firstly, IR.1 "Kronprinz".   As would be expected the coat is faced "mustard yellow" with scarlet waistcoat.  The buttons and lace are "Zitron" for men and gold for Officers. 

The guns allotted to this Regiment are, not surprisingly, the best available.  In the main these are modern six-pounder pieces.

IR.2 "Markgräfin Katharina" follows the usual system departing only when it comes to the characteristic "Mourning" waistcoat.

As with all of the Army's artillery, carriages and limbers are painted dark "Blood-Red" with contrasting Dark Grey details.  Barrels are blackened. 

A final illustration of this system is provided by IR.7 "von Standorf".  This formation's artillerists are uniformed in the typical style with cream waistcoat.  

The Artillerists were originally looked down upon by the other Arms of Service.  However our present Prince has done much to address this problem by publicly demonstrating his own enthusiasm for the heavy guns and their value on the modern battlefield.

In addition to the Regimental guns, Beimbach-Schönau has a modest "Siege Train" of large calibre pieces.  This comprises some monstrous howitzers and heavy guns of varied origin.  Again the personnel wear Tobacco Brown coats but in this instance they bear their own "Burned Orange" distinctions with a "Straw Yellow" waistcoat. 

Rarely called upon, they remain in garrison, manning the defences of the State. 

This summary concludes the description of Reichfürst Hubertus' Artillery Arm.

The Army of Hubertus II - Infantry Regiments 1720

At present, Reichsfürst Hubertus II has nine Regiments of Line Infantry at his disposal.   The standard uniform is a dark mustard yellow coat (Charcoal Grey for Regiment Nr.1 "Kronprinz")  cream waistcoat and faun leggings.  The black tricorn hat displays a red cockade or bow.  Individual Regiments are distinguished by their facing colours, buttons and lace.  The precise "cut" of the coat varies widely but the distinctions remain constant.

These facings are chosen by the "Inhaber" (Colonel) when he first takes control of the Regiment.   As a Gentleman, he is expected to pay for any clothing changes from his own purse.

Standard Infantry Regiments comprise four battalions of Musketeers (each of 4 companies) and two companies of Grenadiers.  Both senior Regiments, "Kronprinz" and "Markgräfin Katharina" boast a double complement of Grenadiers.  The majority of Grenadiers wear an "Austrian" style fur cap with coloured bag.  As is usual, each Regiment has an integral Artillery component.  These technical personnel wear a "Tobacco Brown" uniform with the Regimental distinctions.

It is normal practice to identify the Regiments by the name of their Inhaber rather than a number.  However the systems are often used in parallel.

In time of war, Beimbach-Schönau can raise numerous irregular units from it's non-Germanic subjects.   Amongst these are the often villainous "Pandour" formations, both infantry and cavalry, who operate outside the bounds of civilised warfare.