3e Régiment d'Infanterie de Zouaves

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Who are the 3e Zouaves?
The 3e is an active French regiment in the Blood and Iron module for Napoleonic Wars. The 3e uses both line infantry and light infantry tactics, and aims to perfect its success in battles. The 3e is also a sister-regiment to the Napoleonic Wars regiment, the 93rd Regiment of Foot - Sutherland Highlanders. The motto of the 3e is J'y Suis-J'y Reste, essentially meaning I am, I Remain. This echoes the bravery of the 3e Zouaves, forever wagging a finger at the belief of post-Napoleonic French cowardliness. Historically, the 3e Zouaves were the most decorated Zouave regiment of the French Army, and one of the more highly decorated regiments of its time, and we would like to hold true to that bravery and determination as we play. Enlist today, and become one of the proud 3e Zouaves!
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The 3e Régiment de Zouaves was an infantry regiment in the French Army. Established in 1852, and assigned to the province of Constantine, the 3e has served in many battles across the world, including Sevastopol in Russia, San Lorenzo in Mexico, and Kabylie in Africa. Over the years, the 3e has received many decorations, including the Médaille Militaire, two Croix, two Médaille de la Valeur, and the all-glorious Ordre National de la Légion d’Honneur, the highest award given in the French Army. The success of the 3e has made it one of, if not the most famous French Zouave regiment.

The 3e is also well known for its photographs and paintings. As the Zouave unit arose, artists including the great Vincent Van Gogh set out to depict these sharp-dressed men. The typical Zouave uniform consisted of a white shirt, black shoes, and the signature red or orange loose-hanging fez, blue or black jacket with curls and patterns, and red or orange pants, often baggy, usually matching the color of the fez. Several Zouave uniforms also had a blue or black sash. This uniform, with styles based on the French colors, became extremely famous, eventually adopted by American troops during the Civil War.

Artists have made more Zouave art than just photographs and paintings. On 1856, Georges Diebolt, a French sculptor, sculpted the Zouave du pont de l'Alma, often called the "Zouave de Paris", in Paris, no less. This statue is the most publicly seen attraction depicting a French Zouave. It stands 5.2 meters tall and weighs eight tons, depicting the Zouave as a strong, noble warrior, who fights nobly and respectfully, but just as fiercely. The 3e lived with those ideals; they fought smart and hard, resulting in their many awards.   The 3e was very well possibly the most decorated Zouave regiment of the French Army. They achieved more and higher honored medals and awards than any other Zouave regiment, even more than the highly decorated 4e Régiment of Zouaves. They were trusted for many battles globally, and for good reason. After all, what else would make the 3e so highly depicted by artists to represent the new and unique Zouave regiments of France in the mid-1800's? They were no better equipped than the other regiments of their kind, but they fought harder and better.

Medals and Honors
There are two Medals given out in the 3e Zouaves: the Médaille militaire and the Légion d'honneur. These help officers know who should be promoted in addition to additional judgement of skill.
There are a total of eleven decorations that can be given out in the 3e Zouaves. Two of which make up the two medals, however, in the first instance of someone receiving a medal, they will receive the corresponding decoration, but only the first time. A player can only receive one of each decoration, and each decoration a player is given will be shown on their forum signature, if they choose to have and use one.

Médaille militaire Given to Enlisted and NCO's for acts of bravery. Légion d'honneur Given to Officers for their wise and successful decisions on the battlefield.

Ordre national de la Légion d'honneur The 'National Order of the Legion of Honour' is given to exceedingly impressive demonstrations on the battlefield of the ability of leadership among equal and lesser ranked soldiers. Médaille militaire The 'Military medal' is given primarily to the Enlisted and NCO's who show bravery and skill on the battlefield. Médaille d’honneur pour acte de courage et de dévouement The 'Medal of Honor for his bravery and dedication' is an award given to those who commit acts of courage and dedication. The decorations below are given out at specific times with unspecific requirements; an acting officer will determine when and how these medals will be awarded. Médaille commémorative de la campagne d'Italie Médaille commémorative de l'expédition de Chine Médaille commémorative de l'expédition du Mexique Médaille commémorative de la guerre Médaille commémorative de Madagascar Médaille commémorative de l'expédition du Tonkin Médaille commémorative de l'expédition du Dahomey Médaille coloniale The 'Colonial Medal' is only given to those who have received every other Commemorative Medal. Note: We realize that not all of these medals are accurate for the 3e Zouaves; this is just a rewards system.

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Uniform and Banner

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  Looking at two different soldiers from two different Zouave regiments, you could easily tell the differences between them. However, Zouave regiments were so inconsistent, that you could often mistake two soldiers of the same Zouave regiment as totally different regimental uniforms entirely. Typically, variation in uniforms depended on the Battalion, Company, and season. Indeed, the weather impacted the Zouave uniform. This bizarre irregularity does not distract from the fact that the Zouave unit is very definitive. The Zouave Garde is somewhat to blame for the confusing Zouave uniforms; they had different lacing patterns, often in significantly different colors, than the ordinary Zouave uniforms. Their turbaned fezzes were meant to signify their Garde status -- but that did not stop many people from confusingly depicting many Zouaves with mix-matched uniforms through the form of paintings.
  Regardless of the confusing nonsense of the French Zouave uniforms, the style originated from Arabic soldiers. As France stationed its colonies on more and more land across the globe, its units altered and changed significantly. In Morocco and Algiers, the French formed militia to station their colonies by recruiting the people already living there. The uniforms were adopted from Arabic troops, and as more and more Frenchmen moved to Morocco and Algiers, more and more Frenchmen became Zouaves. Soon enough, Zouaves were being pulled into official regiments (1er Imperiale, 2e, 3e, and 4e Zouaves) in France. This cultural osmosis happened very seamlessly.
  The 3e Zouaves in particular dressed generally the same. They didn't have significant changes based on weather, their battalions and companies were all dressed similarly; one could assume this is somewhat responsible for the 3e's credit in battles (a mix-match of uniforms could mean awards would be difficult to determine and hand out). Shown above, the 3e Officers dressed very similarly; from left to right on the Officers tab: The Regimental Staff (Colonel, Lieutenant Colonel, and Major) dress for the 3e Zouaves was extremely similar to that of a Capitaine or Lieutenant, however, the only significant differences was the equipment issued, the decoration, and the pants fitted for horse riding. The Senior Officer (including Capitaine and Lieutenant) dress was a simpler version of the Regimental Staff uniform; this was the uniform eventually adopted by the Union side of the American Civil War when mid-to-late Zouave regiments began to appear. Onto the NCO and Enlisted uniforms (shown under the Enlisted tab), the only difference between a Soldat, a Sergent, and anything in between, was the sleeves. Ranks were depicted by chevrons, started at none for a Recruit/Cadet, one gold for a Soldat, and an additional red chevron for each rank above the Soldat (gold chevron included). Yes indeed, the Zouave uniforms can be quite confusing during this time. As history unfolded, and WWI approached, Zouaves became less and less elaborate, and generally more and more like that of the 3e Zouaves. Regardless of the technical differences, the Zouave uniform has, and will always be, a favorite among many reenactors, artists, and war-fanatics around the world.
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[TORN]

well you're now officially the oldest regiment 

[Archduke Sven]

Best of luck!


Gotta love the Zouaves!

[Audiate]

well you're now officially the oldest regiment 

 And our swag levels the highest.

Best of luck!

Gotta love the Zouaves!

 Thanks! And damn right.

[The Nutty Pig]

Good but not Yorkshire good!

[Nation]

Good but not prussian


Huzzah!!

[Audiate]

well you're now officially the oldest regiment 

 Now that I think about it, I might just use that. First regiment to officially make its way on the forums! Lol.

[The Nutty Pig]

Good luck you French sons of bitches!
From the CSY Prince Nutty Pig
xxHugs and Kissesxx
Pig Out!

[Waterbeetle]

Goodluck! And nice topic!

Hope to fight together with you one time!

[Willhelm]

Very nice thread Audiate, glad someone is taking Zouaves.

[Dom13WorstNW]

Good luck Audiate   

[Audiate]

 Silly me, I forgot to add the Enlistment. We'll start playing events whenever a North American event is organized. Until then, it's just pwning n00bz in pub servers and 1v1's for us.

Good luck Audiate   

 Thanks babe. By the way, when will you dispose of seizure Mario? He gives me panic attacks.

[Killington]

Good luck, and very sexy thread! 

[Colbac]

Very nice looking thread indeed!

Too bad the Nr. 104 has like no paintings of them lol.