George Washington, Virginia Regiment

This is toy soldier George Washington, Virginia Regiment, 1755-59

This toy soldier represents George Washington as a young officer in the Virginia Regiment during the critical years of 1755-59. Washington's early military career in the French and Indian War is captured here in meticulous detail, from his resolute expression to the distinctive uniform of the Virginia militia. This period was instrumental in shaping Washington’s future, marking his first serious engagement in military leadership and complex colonial politics. The figure reflects his role in significant early battles such as the skirmish at Jumonville Glen and the subsequent challenge at Fort Necessity, which ended in his surrender to French forces. Despite these early setbacks, these experiences provided Washington with invaluable lessons in command and strategy that he would later apply during the American Revolutionary War.

• Model: 10200
• Scale: 1/30
• Finish: Matte
• Package: Single figure in box