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Napoleonic Era French Officer Regiment Ranks

During the Napoleonic Wars, French officer regiments comprised commissioned leaders who commanded military units, held authority on the battlefield, and were recognizable by distinctive uniforms and rank insignia. 
Models Created for Sword & Musket [Napoleonic Wars for Bannerlord]

Grenadier Officer Lieutenant

Grenadier Officer Lieutenant

2nd Lieutenant (Sous-Lieutenant): This was the lowest commissioned officer rank, equivalent to a second lieutenant. Sub-lieutenants typically assisted higher-ranking officers and gained practical experience in command.

2nd Lieutenant (Sous-Lieutenant): This was the lowest commissioned officer rank, equivalent to a second lieutenant. Sub-lieutenants typically assisted higher-ranking officers and gained practical experience in command.

Lieutenant

Lieutenant

Captain: Captains commanded companies, which were the fundamental units of infantry, cavalry, and artillery regiments. They were responsible for both tactical and administrative duties.

Captain: Captains commanded companies, which were the fundamental units of infantry, cavalry, and artillery regiments. They were responsible for both tactical and administrative duties.