Cavalry Tactics, Vol. 2: Or Regulations for the Instruction, Formations, and Movements of the Cavalry of the Army and Volunteers of the United States (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Philip St. Geo. Cooke

 
9780331606089: Cavalry Tactics, Vol. 2: Or Regulations for the Instruction, Formations, and Movements of the Cavalry of the Army and Volunteers of the United States (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book offers detailed instructions for cavalry tactics in the United States Army, providing guidelines for various equestrian maneuvers, such as forming lines, columns, and performing charges and deployments. The author presents thorough explanations of each movement, including its preparatory commands and execution, with an emphasis on precise alignment and coordination among the riders. The book serves as a comprehensive manual for cavalry operations, covering maneuvers both on the advance and in retreat, with the aim of optimizing the effectiveness of mounted troops in combat.

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