Our Cavalry
by OpenStories
Original author: Michael Frederic Rimington
"Our Cavalry" by Major-General M. F. Rimington is a military text that appears to have been written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a guide aimed primarily at junior officers within the cavalry and discusses the principles and tactics of cavalry operations throughout history, drawing lessons from past military leaders and battles. The author emphasizes the importance of cavalry in combat, training, and the effective use of horses, weapons, and tactics. At the start of the text, Rimington reflects on the enduring role of cavalry by discussing its historical significance, from ancient armies to contemporary practices. He summarizes key principles that have guided successful cavalry operations, such as cohesion among troops, the moral impact of a cavalry charge, and the need for effective leadership. The opening also introduces the importance of historical examples in shaping modern cavalry tactics, with a focus on how lessons learned from the battlefield can inform present-day military strategies.
Our Cavalry, by Michael Frederic Rimington. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #53349.
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23 Chapters
- 1.Preface391 words
- 2.Chapter IX: The Disposition of Cavalry in a Campaign488 words
- 3.Chapter XX: Training of the Man126 words
- 4.Chapter I: Introductory1,933 words
- 5.Chapter II: Armament1,909 words
- 6.Chapter III: The Horse2,557 words
- 7.Chapter IV: Tactics of Cavalry V. Cavalry1,595 words
- 8.Chapter V: Cavalry V. Cavalry2,392 words
- 9.Chapter VI: Fire Action in Tactics of Cavalry V. Cavalry1,901 words
- 10.Chapter VII: A Cavalry Brigade in Action1,615 words
- 11.Chapter VIII: Cavalry in the General Engagement3,698 words
- 12.Chapter IX: The Disposition of Cavalry in a Campaign3,405 words
- 13.Chapter X: Horse Artillery and Cavalry1,494 words
- 14.Chapter XI: Co-Operation of Horse Artillery with Cavalry in the General Engagement1,955 words
- 15.Chapter XII: Horse Artillery Fire Effect Compared with Rifle Fire1,139 words
- 16.Chapter XIII: In Contact with the Enemy4,300 words
- 17.Chapter XIV: Some Detached Duties1,444 words
- 18.Chapter XV: Raids1,920 words
- 19.Chapter XVI: The Training of the Cavalry Officer3,109 words
- 20.Chapter XVII: THE TRAINING OF THE CAVALRY OFFICER (continued)2,160 words
- 21.Chapter XVIII: The Training of a Squadron3,486 words
- 22.Chapter XIX: The Training of the Horse2,557 words
- 23.Chapter XX: The Training of the Man11,289 words