
Near the village of Waterloo just south of Brussels, Belgium on 18th June 1815,was fought the final and decisive battle of the Napoleonic Wars. The combined armies of British and Prussian forces under the Commander in Chief, the Duke of Wellington, met in battle with the French army commanded by Napoleon.These chess pieces are authentic reproductions of the characters, clothing and equipment of the era.
Why this Battle of Waterloo handmade chess set?
- Each piece has a fine felt base, giving it a soft, smooth landing when moving
- Handmade in Great Britain with extreme attention to detail, made uniquely for you
- All packaged in a premium presentation box, for both safe transportation and the utmost unboxing experience
Featured characters of this set
- The First Duke of Wellington, Commander-in-Chief of the British forces
- Catherine (Kitty) Pakenham, Viscountess of Wellington
- Field Marshal Gebhard Leberecht von Blücher, leader of the Prussian army
- Napoleon Bonaparte, Emperor of France and military genius
- Josephine, Mary Rose, Empress of The French
- Bishop Marshal Michel Ney
- British infantry and cavalry, depicted in authentic uniforms
- French Imperial Guard, represented with historical accuracy
Additional details about this set
- Pieces coloured Ivory and Burgundy
- King Height: 4.3” English/Arthur, 4.25” French/Napoleon
- Queen Height: 4”, 4”
- Bishop Height: 3.7”, 3.8”
- Knight Height: 3.6”, 3.6”
- Rook Height: 2.9”, 2.9”
- Pawn Height: 2.8”, 2.85”
- Base Width: 1.3”, 1.3”
Chess set pieces only, board not included.