13069 - British Royal Marine Sergeant, 1803-16 W.Britain-Scenics a strong German counter attack

a strong German counter attack had begun in the Ardennes

Jackson’s military career saw him leading troops during the Creek War of 1813–14 and in the concurrent war against the British (the War of 1812)

The sponge was dipped in water to douse any sparks or burning debris between rounds and the rammer was used to seat the charge and projectile firmly at the breech

His shield bears alternating black and white images of a stag

the organized use of the bayonet and firepower en masse often made the difference – when properly employed

13069 - British Royal Marine Sergeant, 1803-16 W.Britain-Scenics a strong German counter attackBritish Royal Marine Sergeant, 1803 16 In April of 1802, His Majesty King George III granted the title Royal to the Marines for meritorious service. The white facings of the corps were changed to blue in accordance with the practice that all royal regiments were to wear blue facings. During the Napoleonic Wars of 1793 to 1815, the Royal Marines were present in every notable fleet and ship to ship action. They were at: Glorious First of June, St