1st Regiment of Zouaves



Here is a list of the equipment needed for a portrayal of a member of the French 1st Zouaves Regiment in the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-71.

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Uniform


  • Ch�chia
  • Turban --(Ch�che)
  • Zouave Jacket --(Veste)
  • Zouave Vest --(Gilet)
  • Shirt --(Chemise)
  • Zouave Pantaloons (in white linen OR madder red wool) --(Pantalon)
  • Leggings --(Gu�tres)
  • Sash --(Ceinture de laine)
  • Hooded Overcoat --(Collet � capuchon)


    Equipment

  • Model 1866 Chassep�t Rifle --(Fusil de Chassep�t)
  • Blanket --(Couverture)
  • Model 1845 Cartridge Box (rear box) --(Cartouchi�re)
  • Model 1867 Cartridge Pocket (front box) --(Cartouchi�re)
  • Canteen & cup --(Bidon et tasse)
  • Waist Belt & buckle --(Ceinture et boucle)
  • Bayonet, frog, and scabbard --(Baionnette, grenouille, et fourreau)
  • Model 1861 Haversack --(Musette)
  • Model 1852 mess kit --(Gamelle)
  • Model 1854 or 1868 knapsack --(Havresac)
  • Shelter Tent --(Tent d'abri)
  • Tent poles and stakes --(Piquets fix�s et pieux)


    Zouave on Campaign, Winter of 1870-71, by �douard D�taille.

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