Outfit Requirements
 Les Compagnies franches de la Marine du Contrecoeur
Marines, Camp Followers and General Guidelines

French Marine

Blue Breeches and Gaiters

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Campaign Shirt
Black Tricorn hat with gold trim and a Cravat
Period footwear (or inconspicuous black shoes)
Frog & Belt
Marine belly box
Bayonet
Musket, Charleville or Brown Bess. 
(Muskets not of these styles must be approved by Commanding Officer)

Camp Follower

  • Chemise (sleeves must be below the elbow)
  • Ankle length petticoat of natural fiber
  • Period footwear or inconspicuous shoes
  • Period bonnet (no mop caps)
  • French Bodice
  • In general, any period clothing as documented in historical references is acceptable

General Guidelines

  • No wristwatches
  • Minimal rings/jewelry; all should be period acceptable
  • Ear piercing is acceptable (within reason)
  • Tattoos: if not period, they should not be visible
  • Children attire: period acceptable clothing as documented in historical references
  • All members are required to stay in period dress during the duration of an event, as it pertains to the unit, including after hours.