AKULA's - A Very British Revolution - 1863 - Pg4 - 59th Foot

[Aethelflaeda was framed]

I'd have to second the suggestions for a look at Ireland, as after all the Young Irelanders 'rebelled' in '48 (to be charitable) and the IRB was founded in '58 and was very active in the Irish Brigade of the Union Army. You could have Thomas Francis Meagher agitating for Irish soldiers in America to return home (though I can't imagine the Federals would be too happy about that).

On a temporal tangent: Trent Miniatures has a lot of Irish Rebellion for late 18th Century/ early 19th i have been hankering to get.  (Vendee revolt and Haitian revolt as well.)  Not sure how well the garb looks by mid 19th century…but my RPG games are time traveling anachronisms fit for Doctor Who. I have seen Rough Rider American units used in 1930s VBCW games. Hmmm, can we go back in time?

[carlos marighela]

Most late 18th C ranges, Trent included, depict civilians wearing breeches and knee length hose, appropriate for the era. By the 1820s trousers were the norm in civilian fashion and breeches rarely seen, save for the odd appearance at court. Of course if you fancy taking a file and some putty to legs, there may be useable figures in the range.

[commissarmoody]

I wonder if the kingdom of Hanover would supply forces to help the Crown? I think the perry Intervention force range with the 1855 Shakos might work for them. 

Or maybe even these figures from the ACW line.

https://www.perry-miniatures.com/product/acw49-early-federal-militia-command-in-shakos-overcoats-and-full-kit/

https://www.perry-miniatures.com/product/acw50-early-federal-militia-firing-line-in-shakos-overcoats-and-full-kit/

[Romark]

This is a great "what if" setting Matt,looking forward to it progressing.
My twopenneth for civvies that may be suitable can be found in Foundry's Casting Room Miniatures range,may be worth a look ?

[AKULA]

Thanks everyone for your support 

First unit ready for action - the 75th (Stirlingshire) Regiment of Foot

The figures were painted by fellow LAF'er v_lazy_dragon - my contribution was limited to changing the unit facings, rebasing the figures & adding a couple of Flag Dude standards (available from Gary at Red Eagle Miniatures in the UK)

The miniatures are Perry British Intervention Force, ideal for this project

[carlos marighela]

Nice looking unit!

[v_lazy_dragon]

Good to see them finished! The new facings really make then pop

[CapnJim]

Those chaps do look good!

[AKULA]

Thanks everyone.

Some armed sailors...I'm working on the basis that as there were so few regular formations available, that Naval Landing Parties would also come into play in this campaign.

From Perry's Sudan range - not painted by myself

I know that the rifles are a bit late for 1863, but they will serve their purpose as the landing rig uniform and cutlass bayonets are ideal.

[CapnJim]

Those guys look good, too!

[AKULA]

Thanks mate.

Some slow progress...a couple of artillery crews/pieces from Foundry...I've left the field pieces loose so I can swop them out for heavier ordinance

[CapnJim]

Guns up!  Well done on them...

[carlos marighela]

I like the additions. I think too many folk ignore/forget the old Foundry offerings which is a pity as they are mostly top drawer sculpts.

[Silent Invader]

Lots of great progress!

[v_lazy_dragon]

Great progress!