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The Uniforms of the Napoleonic Wars The period commonly referred to in reenactment and Living History as the Napoleonic Wars belongs historically to the Coalition Wars. It includes the revolutionary phase, the Republic and the First Empire under Napoleon Bonaparte. During this period, not only military tactics and equipment changed significantly, but also the uniforms of the troops, influenced by war experience and changes in fashion. Fabric note: For historical …

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Late Medieval Fashion and Fabrics The late Middle Ages cover roughly the period between 1300 and 1500, although some definitions place the beginning only after 1350. Fashion developments can already be observed from around 1300. While clothing in the High Middle Ages was often based on simple rectangular cuts and body shape was mainly emphasised by belts, this changed significantly in the late Middle Ages. Men’s and women’s fashion increasingly …

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Garments and Fabrics in Ancient Rome The fashion of Roman antiquity was not only an expression of social status, but also a reflection of the materials and weaving techniques available. At a time when clothing was dominated by handwork and natural fabrics, wool and linen played a central role. Luxurious fabrics made of silk and cotton also found their way into the Roman Empire, but these exotic fabrics were mainly …

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