History of the XIII Hussars Volume 1

by C.R.B. Barrett

British light dragoons were first raised in the 18th century. Initially they formed part of a cavalry regiment performing scouting, reconnaissance and the like, but due to their successes in this role (and also in charging and harassing the enemy), they soon acquired a reputation for courage and skill. Whole regiments dedicated to this role were soon raised; the 15th Light Dragoons were the first, followed by the 18th Light Dragoons and the 19th Light...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1783311312
• ISBN13: 9781783311316
• Release Date: August 2014
• Publisher: Naval & Military Press
• Length: 496 Pages
• Weight: 1.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.7" x 9.6"