The Height of Warfare: a History of the Shako

Emblematic of the sartiroal excesses of Napoleonic Uniforms, the shako is a highly distinctive military piece of headgear, adding height and decoration to its wearer. Long ago abandoned as impractical in the field, it remains a part of dress uniforms of many militaries throughout the world.

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The shako I wear in this video was comes from antikcostume.com
The uniform comes from thejacketshop.co.uk

Title sequence designed by Alexandre Mahler
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This video was done for entertainment and educational purposes. No copyright infringement of any sort was intended.