Minifigure – Saxon Uhlan (Lancer) from the Napoleonic Wars (LEGO Compatible)

This image displays a toy minifigure representing a Saxon Uhlan (Lancer) from the Napoleonic Wars era.

Here is a detailed breakdown of the figure and its historical significance:

The Figure: Saxon Uhlan (Sachsen Ulanen) This figure represents a cavalryman from the Kingdom of Saxony, a German state that was a major ally of Napoleon before switching sides in 1813.

• Uniform (The Red Coat): The figure wears a Scarlet Red Tunic with a Green Plastron (chest panel) and green collar.

  • Historical Note: Standard Saxon Uhlans actually wore Green uniforms with Red facings. In the Napoleonic era, Trumpeters (Musicians) famously wore “Reversed Colors” to be easily visible to their officers. Therefore, this figure likely represents a Trumpeter of the Saxon Uhlans (wearing Red with Green, the reverse of the standard trooper).

• Headgear: He wears a black Shako with a tall White Plume. The gold plate on the front features a crown and initials (likely “FA” for King Friedrich August of Saxony).

• The Weapon: He carries a long Cavalry Lance. The pennant (flag) on the lance is Red and Green, matching the regiment’s colors.

• Facial Features: Uniquely, this figure sports a black Eyepatch over his right eye and a stubble beard. This character design suggests a battle-hardened Veteran who has survived serious wounds.

• Trousers: He wears white summer breeches with black riding boots.

Historical Background: The Kingdom of Saxony fielded some of the best cavalry in Europe. The Saxon Uhlans were light cavalry armed with lances. They fought loyally for Napoleon at the Battle of Borodino (1812). However, during the massive Battle of Leipzig (1813), the Saxon army famously switched sides mid-battle, turning their guns on the French to join the Allies (Prussia, Russia, and Austria). This figure represents the colorful and complex history of the German states during this period.