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The Polish Brigade: The 4th and 7th Regiments of the Duchy of Warsaw in the Peninsular War and Beyond
The soldiers of the Duchy of Warsaw were among Napoleon’s most loyal and determined allies, their ranks filled with veterans yearning for Poland’s rebirth. Though their contributions are often overshadowed by the exploits of French and other allied troops, the 4th and 7th Regiments of the Duchy of Warsaw played a significant role in the 5th Corps under Marshal Édouard Mortier during the brutal Peninsular War campaigns. Associated closely with General Jean-Baptiste Girard's 1st Division, these regiments endured the grueling conditions of Spain and left their mark on key battles and campaigns from 1809 to 1811. Their service would later continue on the frozen fields of Russia, further cementing their legacy.
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Owner: airbornegrove26
Author: airbornegrove26
Post: Duchy of Warsaw Brigade Somewhere in Spain
The soldiers of the Duchy of Warsaw were among Napoleon’s most loyal and determined allies, their ranks filled with veterans yearning for Poland’s rebirth. Though their contributions are often overshadowed by the exploits of French and other allied troops, the 4th and 7th Regiments of the Duchy of Warsaw played a significant role in the 5th Corps under Marshal Édouard Mortier during the brutal Peninsular War campaigns. Associated closely with General Jean-Baptiste Girard's 1st Division, these regiments endured the grueling conditions of Spain and left their mark on key battles and campaigns from 1809 to 1811. Their service would later continue on the frozen fields of Russia, further cementing their legacy.
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