Soldiers of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies: The Neapolitan Army (1816–1860)

The army of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies (Southern Italy, 1816–1860) was known as the Neapolitan Army. Its structure:

Infantry

Regiments of 3–4 battalions (~100 men/company). Armed with muskets, bayonets, swords. Blue coats, white trousers.

Cavalry

Regiments of 3–4 squadrons (~50 men/troop). Armed with sabers, lances, pistols. Green coats, white trousers.

Artillery

Batteries of 4–6 guns (field to siege calibers). Black coats, red trousers.

Training & Discipline

Trained at military academies; strict discipline (desertion, insubordination punished severely). Morale generally high; fought in Italian Wars of Independence, Crimean War, and 1860 unification.

Uniforms, equipment (backpacks, canteens, tools), and organization reflected contemporary European standards, though often hampered by outdated tactics and political instability.