11NY-09 - Firing and Loading 11th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry D-Day The Battle Group Part 2

The Battle Group Part 2 Normandy depicts German troops during the intense fighting that followed the Allied invasion of France in 1944

The raised arm and commanding pose create a strong sense of urgency

A powerful piece for collectors interested in African military history and one of the most famous conflicts of the Victorian era

Greek mythology provided ancient warriors with stories of heroes

and intense combat tested soldiers physically and mentally throughout the conflict

11NY-09 - Firing and Loading 11th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry D-Day The Battle Group Part 2The 11th New York Volunteer Infantry, known as the "Fire Zouaves," was organized in May 1861 from New York City fire companies. Their fighting style was characterized by rapid loading, aimed for three shots per minute using paper cartridges, and a unique uniform of red shirts, blue fezzes, and zouave jackets.