The southerner of the mid-19th century had been bred to ride horses. In addition the period southerner had long been used to handling firearms, through hunting for pleasure, food or simply for sport. The combination of these factors promised that when the southern states began to secede in December 1860, the cavalry would be a major combat arm. This title looks at how the men of the Confederate cavalry were recruited, trained, lived and fought. Both routine and campaign life are covered, as well as the weapons and equipment that served them in their combat roles. Key encounters such as the 1863 clash at Brandy Station are also covered in this authoritative text.
Osprey Warrior 54 - Confederate Cavalryman 1861–65
Издательство: Osprey Publishing Ltd
Author: Philip Katcher
Illustrator: Gerry Embleton
ISBN: 9781841763811
Страниц: 64 pages
Язык: english
Формат: PDF
Размер: 9.8 mb
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