Original French First Empire Napoleonic 2nd Hussars Dolman Jacket with Later 19th Century Alterations & Buttons - Circa 1805 Antique Shotgun though sharpening and use have

though sharpening and use have shortened it by about 1/8"

M1 helmet was sometimes worn in high-risk situations

1122 and the interior

The stylized "R" in the designation is the standard making for a reserve unit

The medal was originally intended for service in Africa

Original French First Empire Napoleonic 2nd Hussars Dolman Jacket with Later 19th Century Alterations & Buttons - Circa 1805 Antique Shotgun though sharpening and use haveOriginal Item. One of a Kind. This is a tremendous Napoleonic Dolman uniform jacket for a member of the French 2nd Hussars, which saw heavy fighting during the Battle of Austerlitz, considered to be one of the most important military engagements of the Napoleonic Wars. They also saw combat at Nienberg, Halle, Crewitz, Mohrungen, Osterode, Friedland, and many more engagements during the period. This lovely jacket appears to be of early 19th Century