1st Regiment of Zouaves



Here is a list of the equipment needed for a portrayal of a member of the French 1st Zouaves Regiment in the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-71.

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Uniform


  • Chèchia
  • Turban --(Chèche)
  • Zouave Jacket --(Veste)
  • Zouave Vest --(Gilet)
  • Shirt --(Chemise)
  • Zouave Pantaloons (in white linen OR madder red wool) --(Pantalon)
  • Leggings --(Guêtres)
  • Sash --(Ceinture de laine)
  • Hooded Overcoat --(Collet á capuchon)


    Equipment

  • Model 1866 Chassepôt Rifle --(Fusil de Chassepôt)
  • Blanket --(Couverture)
  • Model 1845 Cartridge Box (rear box) --(Cartouchière)
  • Model 1867 Cartridge Pocket (front box) --(Cartouchière)
  • Canteen & cup --(Bidon et tasse)
  • Waist Belt & buckle --(Ceinture et boucle)
  • Bayonet, frog, and scabbard --(Baionnette, grenouille, et fourreau)
  • Model 1861 Haversack --(Musette)
  • Model 1852 mess kit --(Gamelle)
  • Model 1854 or 1868 knapsack --(Havresac)
  • Shelter Tent --(Tent d'abri)
  • Tent poles and stakes --(Piquets fixés et pieux)


    Zouave on Campaign, Winter of 1870-71, by Édouard Détaille.

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