Two Line Infantry at Attention
Reference RRB60-06
Brand : English battle
JJ DESIGNS - BATTLE OF THE PLAINS OF ABRAHAM RRB60-06 Two Line Infantry at Attention
The Régiment de Béarn was a
French Army regiment active in the 18th century,
and was recruited from the Picardy region of France.
It is principally known for its role in the Seven Years' War,
when it served with distinction in the North American theatre.
French Regiments at this time consisted of two battalions.
The two battalions of this regiment operated on different theatres
of operation for most of the Seven Years' War. The 1st Battalion remained in
Europe,
and was assigned to the defence of the coasts.
At August 1, 1757,
the 1st Battalion was stationed at La Rochelle in the Aunis country.
The 2nd battalion was sent to New France,
and arrived in June 1755.