Dutch Polish Lancers from the Napoleonic era Italeri 1/72, THE BOX CONTAINS 44 PARTS AND 12 KNIGHTS Description The "Regiment de Chevau-Legers Polonaise" and the "Regiment de Chevau-Legers-Lanciers" better known as the "Red Lancers" from the color of uniform are among the two most famous departments of Napoleon's Imperial Guard Cavalry. Established in 1807 and 1810 by the incorporation of Polish and Dutch departments, after the annexation of their respective countries, they are characterized by the Czapska and the unmistakable spears that identify its specialty.