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Episode 91: The Cavalry

The Age of Napoleon Podcast

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The Heavy Cavalry in the French Army

Heavy, medium and light cavalry can be reduced to three types. The most common name for heavy cavalry regiments was quirisiers - named after the metal body armor they wore on their chests. Almost all were at least equipped with a helmet. They rode the biggest horses and got their pick of the biggest recruits.

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