REEDITION: French Infantry and Royal Guard (Second half of the XVII Century) 1/72 Mars-72083

The French infantry and the Royal Guard in the second half of the 17th century were instrumental in the military campaigns under the reign of Louis XIV, known as the Sun King.
The infantry consisted of soldiers from diverse backgrounds, well trained and equipped with muskets and bayonets, which marked a revolution in combat tactics at the end of the century.
Riflemen fired in ranks, while the introduction of the bayonet gradually replaced the use of the pike, giving greater versatility to the infantry.
On the other hand, the Royal Guard was an elite unit that protected the king and his court, as well as participating in the most important battles.
Composed of soldiers chosen for their loyalty and skill, the Royal Guard symbolized the power and authority of the French monarchy.
During this period, tactical innovations and military reorganization made the French army one of the most powerful in Europe, excelling in the Wars of the Low Countries and the War of the League of Augsburg.