Flag
The Regimental flag was of St.George's colours with inscription: "For displayed feats in battle of Kulm 17th of August 1813". (Date given in old style Julian Calendar — 29 August 1813 NS).
This colour was given to the Regiment in order to celebrate its action at Kulm, where the outnumbered Preobrazhensky regiment withstood the charge of French troops.
Read more about this topic: Preobrazhensky Regiment
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