British Royal Scots Greys (Sword Pose) WWI – Custom Printed Brick Block Figure

Character Identification

This custom building block figure represents a British Cavalryman of the Royal Scots Greys (2nd Dragoons) deployed during World War I, identifiable by the distinctive eagle crest on his helmet, his double-breasted tunic, and the “REMOUNT” armband indicating his specialized role in cavalry horse management.

Detailed Character Description

(Utilizing highly precise 360-degree UV printing, this figure captures the unique uniform variations and specialized role of a senior Scottish cavalry trooper during the Great War.)

• Headgear & Face: The trooper is equipped with a sand-painted Mk I Brodie helmet. The front of the helmet is prominently stamped with the regimental crest of the Royal Scots Greys: a French Imperial Eagle (captured by the regiment at the Battle of Waterloo). His face print features a striking, stylized red handlebar mustache, reflecting the proud martial traditions of the Scottish cavalry.

• Torso (Double-Breasted Tunic & Armband): Unlike standard British infantry, this figure is printed wearing a distinctive light blue/grey double-breasted cavalry tunic (often associated with lancer or dragoon regiments), featuring two vertical rows of silver buttons and shoulder rank insignia. A single brown leather cross-strap runs diagonally across his chest. Crucially, his right upper arm bears a printed white brassard (armband) with the bold black text “REMOUNT”.

• Back & Side Gear: The rear torso printing is streamlined, showing the continuation of the leather cross-strap securing a small, square leather dispatch or utility pouch resting on his lower back.

• Legs & Footwear: His lower half features matching blue/grey riding breeches that transition into brown leather field boots or gaiters. The boots are intricately printed with leather paneling and metal riding spurs at the heels.

• Weaponry: He is armed with the standard-issue molded silver and brown Pattern 1908 Cavalry Sword, featuring its characteristic bowl-guard and textured grip.

Historical Background

The Royal Scots Greys (2nd Dragoons) are one of the most famous cavalry regiments in the British Army, historically known for riding exclusively grey horses. Upon the outbreak of WWI, they were deployed to the Western Front. Like the 1st Life Guards, they quickly found that the mud, wire, and machine guns of modern trench warfare made traditional cavalry charges nearly impossible, forcing them to spend much of the war fighting dismounted as infantry.

The “REMOUNT” armband printed on this figure tells a specific and vital story of WWI logistics. The British Army relied on millions of horses and mules for transport, artillery, and cavalry. The Army Remount Service was responsible for the purchasing, training, and issuing of these vital animals to frontline units. Experienced cavalrymen from prestigious regiments like the Scots Greys were frequently assigned to the Remount Service to train raw horses and manage the massive logistical undertaking of replacing the horrifying equine casualties suffered on the Western Front.