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Early 1800s British Army Foot Soldiers Jacket Downloads | Past Patterns 0040
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Instantly download our historically documented Early 1800s British Army Foot Soldiers Jacket pattern (1806-1820) in multiple printable formats for Sizes 36-46.
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Early 1800s British Army Foot Soldiers Jacket Downloads: Historically Documented Military Uniform (1806-1820)
This digital Early 1800s British Army Foot Soldiers Jacket Downloads package represents the culmination of over a decade of meticulous research and collaboration between Past Patterns and military historian James L. Kochan. Drafted directly from original garments in museum collections, this period-correct British Army Foot Soldiers Jacket pattern allows you to recreate an essential piece of Napoleonic military history with remarkable accuracy—now available as convenient printable PDF files.
Historical Significance of the Early 1800s British Army Foot Soldiers Jacket
The Early 1800s British Army Foot Soldiers Jacket Downloads are based on carefully examining surviving uniforms from the Napoleonic Wars, including the 1812 light company jacket of the 104th Foot and the c. 1814 grenadier coat of the 87th Foot. This historically sound reproduction captures the distinctive features that defined British military tailoring during the campaigns against Napoleon Bonaparte.
Military historian Glenn Steppler's groundbreaking study, "Redcoat: The Regimental Coat of the British Infantryman, c1808- 1815," published in Military Illustrated (1989), provides extensive documentation on the construction details incorporated into this British Army Foot Soldiers Jacket pattern. The distinctive narrow back panels and pronounced armholes reflect the idealized silhouette that became fashionable by 1804 and was gradually adopted into military dress.
Explore the evolution of military tailoring through the National Army Museum's collection of British uniform history, which provides valuable context for understanding the significance of this Early 1800s British Army Foot Soldiers Jacket design.
Digital Advantages of Our Early 1800s British Army Foot Soldiers Jacket Downloads
- Immediate Access - Download your complete pattern package instantly after purchase
- Multiple Printing Formats - Files optimized for A0, A4, Letter (8.5"x11"), and 36" wide format printing
- Unlimited Reprints - Print additional copies whenever needed without repurchasing
- Convenient Storage - Maintain your digital pattern library without physical storage concerns
- No Shipping Costs or Delays - Begin your project immediately without waiting for mail delivery
- Print Only What You Need - Choose specific pattern pieces for different variations
Digital Package Contents of the Early 1800s British Army Foot Soldiers Jacket Downloads
Your Early 1800s British Army Foot Soldiers Jacket Downloads package includes comprehensive PDF files containing:
- Complete Pattern Pieces - All six Sizes (36" to 46" chest) in separate, clearly labeled files
- Detailed Construction Guide - 25-page illustrated instruction manual with period-appropriate techniques
- Historical Background Information - Notes on British Army uniform regulations and specifications
- Options for Multiple Variations - Battalion, Light Infantry, and Grenadier company styles
- Regimental Lacing Templates - Patterns for creating historically accurate uniform details
Printing Instructions for Your Early 1800s British Army Foot Soldiers Jacket Downloads
The Early 1800s British Army Foot Soldiers Jacket Downloads are optimized for easy printing in multiple formats:
- A0 Format (33.1" x 46.8"):
- Take the A0 PDF file to any print shop with large-format capabilities
- Request printing at 100% scale (no scaling or "fit to page")
- Verify the 1-inch test square before cutting pattern pieces
- A4 Format (8.27" x 11.69"):
- Print the tiled A4 PDF file on standard European home printers
- Select "Actual Size" or "100%" in your print settings
- Follow the numbered assembly diagram to tape pages together
- Verify the 1-inch test square before cutting pattern pieces
- Letter Format (8.5" x 11"):
- Print the tiled Letter PDF file on standard US home printers
- Select "Actual Size" or "100%" in your print settings
- Follow the numbered assembly diagram to tape pages together
- Verify the 1-inch test square before cutting pattern pieces
- 36" Wide Format:
- Take the 36" wide PDF file to any print shop with plotter capabilities
- Request printing at 100% scale (no scaling or "fit to page")
- Verify the 1-inch test square before cutting pattern pieces
Technical Specifications of the Early 1800s British Army Foot Soldiers Jacket Pattern
The British Army Foot Soldiers Jacket pattern features the distinctive narrow back typical of military uniforms worn on both sides of the Atlantic from 1806 to 1820. This design employs a pronounced armhole that creates the fashionable round-shouldered appearance of the period while allowing freedom of movement essential for military service.
Our pattern follows the tailoring systems documented in period manuals, including Bean (1817), Cook & Golding (1815), Golding (1817), Hearne (1815, 1819), and Queen and Lapsley (1809). These historical references ensure that your finished Early 1800s British Army Foot Soldiers Jacket will display the construction methods employed by military tailors during the Napoleonic era.
File Details and Format Information
- File Type: All patterns provided as PDF files
- File Sizes:
- Complete Download Package: Approximately 25MB
- A0 Format: 3-5MB per Size
- Tiled Home Printing Formats: 4-6MB per Size
- Instruction Manual: 8MB
- Download Delivery: Automatic email delivery of download link immediately after purchase
- Access Period: Unlimited downloads for 30 days after purchase
Skill Level and Construction Details
This Early 1800s British Army Foot Soldiers Jacket pattern requires intermediate to advanced sewing skills. The construction involves precise fitting techniques, working with multiple pattern pieces, and historical hand-sewing methods. The most challenging aspects include:
- Creating properly shaped and positioned regimental lace loopings
- Constructing the distinctive collar and turnbacks
- Setting sleeves with period-appropriate ease and fit
- Executing proper hand-finishing techniques
Prior experience with historical tailoring is recommended but not essential, as our comprehensive instructions guide you through each step with illustrations of period-appropriate techniques.
Materials Recommendations
For historical accuracy, we recommend the following materials for your Early 1800s British Army Foot Soldiers Jacket:
- Main Fabric: Wool broadcloth or melton (54" width recommended)
- Facing Colors: Wool broadcloth in appropriate regimental colors
- Lining: Wool serge or linen
- Pocketing: Linen or cotton
- Buttons: Brass or pewter reproduction military buttons
- Thread: Linen thread for hand sewing
- Trim: Worsted wool tape for regimental lace (1/2" width)
Why Choose Past Patterns Digital Downloads for Historical Military Uniforms?
Our British Army Foot Soldiers Jacket pattern exemplifies our commitment to historical accuracy and craftsmanship:
- Documented Research – Pattern drafted directly from original garments with detailed references to period sources
- Historical Expertise – Developed in collaboration with military historians specializing in Napoleonic era uniforms
- Period-Correct Techniques – Instructions incorporate construction methods used by military tailors of the era
- Museum-Quality Results – Create reproduction uniforms suitable for professional historical interpretation
- Digital Convenience – Begin your project immediately with our optimized printable files
For serious reenactors, military historians, and professional costumers, the Early 1800s British Army Foot Soldiers Jacket Downloads provide the documentation and precision necessary to create historically sound reproductions for interpretation, film, and theatrical productions.
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