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He reigned during one of the most turbulent periods in modern history

Guarding imperial residences and palace entrances

Infantry combat demanded constant awareness of terrain

A soldier of the 24th Foot would typically wear the red coat uniform of the British Army

the figure immediately becomes a focal point within assault dioramas

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