Mike Dunn Posted February 13, 2009 Posted February 13, 2009 Was wondering if this man is French or German. The photo appears to have been taken in France. Also, is that a postal patch on his sleeve? Thanks Mike
Guest Rick Research Posted February 13, 2009 Posted February 13, 2009 French infantry of regiment on the collar. I think that's a bugler's specialty rating.
Chris Boonzaier Posted February 13, 2009 Posted February 13, 2009 Chasseur, or light infantry.... like the German J?gers.
Chris Boonzaier Posted February 13, 2009 Posted February 13, 2009 although.... I dont think there was a 149eme Chasseur battalion...
Mike Dunn Posted February 14, 2009 Author Posted February 14, 2009 Thanks! Nice looking tunic and shoulder boards. The patch sure look like the German Postal symble! Another one solved! Mike
fackerman64 Posted February 17, 2009 Posted February 17, 2009 I would agree with Mike Dunn. My greatgrandfather worked for the Reichspost and although the uniform doesn't quite look like his did, the horn symbol is very familiar. Also, the name of the photo studio, Scherr, looks very German.
Mark C Posted February 21, 2009 Posted February 21, 2009 In 1914, the French 149th Infantry Regiment was stationed at Epinal, the location of this photographer's studio.Case solved.Mark ConradMaryland
Djedj Posted March 11, 2009 Posted March 11, 2009 Bonjour Mike,The Bugle was indeed the symbol of the "Chasseurs ? Pied" Battalions - but then it would feature either on the collar, or the headdress, and this gentleman does indeed belong to the line infantry.Sported so on the left sleeve, the bugle indicates shooting proficiency.It was used throughout the Army.Salutations,J?r?me
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