Infanterie Regiment Nr.9 "von Pankow"

The last of the nine "regular" Line Regiments is "von Pankow".  Faced grass green it's men are farm lads recruited from the fertile pastures to the north of Beimbach.

The Inhaber, Wilhelm von Pankow, is an emigre from Brandenburg.   The reason for his self-imposed exile is unclear but it is rumoured to involve an indiscretion with a high-born lady.

Although his personal morality may be questionable, his military skills are beyond doubt and his Regiment has a fine reputation.

The Regimental details are thus:

Officers wear metallic "Silver" lace and buttons.

Grenadiers have a "Grass-Green" and White cap bag.

Inhaber: Wilhelm, Ritter von Pankow

Infanterie Regiment Nr.8 "von Tschernowitz"

The eighth of the Line Regiments has a large proportion of Bohemian personnel.  Many of these men are Protestant and the potential for friction is known by the High Command.

Heinrich von Tschernowitz is another local magnate but is somewhat more concilliatory than many of his peers.  He holds lands in the north-west of the State and these are heavily populated by Czech migrants.  By no means a "liberal" he has however learned that by at least tolerating his peasants' "heresy" he can avoid much conflict and increase revenues.  Boosting his income is a necessity as the Freiherr is well known for his profligate spending and personal flamboyance.

The Regimental details are thus:

Officers wear metallic "Silver" lace and buttons.

Grenadiers have a "Sky-Blue" and White cap bag.

Inhaber: Heinrich, Freiherr von Tschernowitz

Infanterie Regiment Nr.7 "von Standorf"

When their ancestral lands were occupied by the French Monarch Louis XIV, the von Standorf family gladly accepted asylum in Beimbach-Schönau.  This was granted due to their familial ties with Hubertus II (The von Standorfs are closely related to Reichsfürstin Wilhelmine)

As the youngest of the Colonels, Joachim von Standorf is often underestimated.   Although not yet thirty he displays great potential as a General and his eagerness for combat promises a great future.

Regimental details are thus:

Officers wear metallic "Gold" lace and buttons.

Grenadiers have a Red and White cap bag.

Inhaber: Joachim, Ritter von Standorf

Infanterie Regiment Nr.6 "von Brettenfeld"

With yellow coats faced "Zitron" IR.6 is probably the brightest in the army.  Led by the now aged Nikolaus von Brettenfeld.  A gentleman adventurer with a past as colourful as his Regiment's facings.

Although originally regarded as an ill-disciplined formation, von Brettenfled has worked tirelessly to mould his men into a hard fighting and reliable Regiment.

The Regimental details are thus:

Officers wear metallic "Silver" lace and buttons.

Grenadiers have a Red and White cap bag.

Inhaber: Nikolaus, Freiherr von Brettenfeld

Infanterie Regiment Nr.5 "Conte di Poretto"

This Regiment is led by the colourful Italian "Pietro di Poretto".  Although known as a pristinely attired and well mannered Gentleman at Court,  he is a merciless foe on the field of battle.  Infamous for his inclination toward granting the enemy "no quarter", he is nevertheless an inspirational leader.

The Regimental details are thus:

Officers wear metallic "Gold" lace and buttons.

Grenadiers have a Red and White cap bag.

Inhaber: Pietro, Conte di Poretto

Infanterie Regiment Nr.4 "von Wertheim"

The somewhat delicate nickname "die Rosen" should not be taken as a criticism of this Regiment's martial prowess. 

Originally from the Markgrafschaft of Baden, Helmuth von Wertheim has come to be highly regarded for his loyalty to the Reichsfürstentum.   Serving with distinction against a multitude of enemies, he has earned the respect of his men.

The Regimental details are thus:

Officers wear metallic "Gold" lace and buttons.

Grenadiers have a Red and White cap bag.

Inhaber: Helmuth, Freiherr von Wertheim

Infanterie Regiment Nr.3 "von Frauenberg"

The first of the "regular" line infantry is the "Dunkelblau" Regiment, "von Frauenberg".  With sixteen companies of musketeers and two companies of grenadiers (many of whom are Magyars) the formation remains a powerful fighting force.

Raised shortly after IR.2 the Regiment has been led by the formidable Ludwig von Frauenberg for nearly 20 years.  A major land-owner in the Eastern portion of the State he is a Nobleman of the old style.  Von Frauenberg is a close friend of Hubertus II, having first met on campaign against the Turks nearly forty years ago.

The Regimental details are thus:

Officers wear metallic "Silver" lace and buttons.

Grenadiers have a Red and White cap bag.

Inhaber: Ludwig, Freiherr von Frauenberg

Infanterie Regiment Nr.2 "Markgräfin"

The second Regiment dates from the inital formation of the standing army.  Named in honour of the wife of Markgraf Otto von Löwensee (1573-1635)  the ruler during much of the "Thirty Years War". 

It is distinguished from the other Regiments by the unique black waiscoat (originally adopted as a sign of mourning following the untimely death of the Markgräfin) and double complement of Grenadiers.

The Regimental details are thus:

Officers wear metallic "Silver" lace and buttons.

Grenadiers have a Black and Scarlet cap bag.

Inhaber: Albrecht, Reichsgraf von Michelbach

Infanterie Regiment Nr.1 "Kronprinz"

One of the two senior Regiments, "Kronprinz" is, as one would expect, led by the eldest son of the incumbent ruler.

It is distinguished from the other Regiments by the charcoal grey coat and scarlet waiscoat.   In addition, the Regiment has double the usual compliment of Grenadiers, four companies in total.

The Regimental details are thus:

Officers wear metallic "Gold" lace and buttons.

Grenadiers have a Scarlet and Yellow cap bag.

Inhaber: Maximilian, Kronprinz von Löwensee

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.