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In the US, prior to 1942, the US Cavalry was a mounted arm (horse units). It's missions were to exploit gaps made in enemy lines, conduct screening/security, and reconnaissance missions.
The last US Horse Cavalry unit to fight from horse back was the US 26th Cavalry, which attacked Japanese light tanks in the Philippines during WWII in 1942.
Congress officially de-activated (retired) the US Cavalry (Horse) in 1926.
Post 1942, armor (tanks) have replaced the horse cavalry.
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How do you use cavalry in a sentence?
He was a member of a cavalry battalion.
Who was the cavalry leader?
A cavalry leader is the Troop Commander; a captain's position (slot).
What is the the difference between the cavalry and infantry?
The cavalry is on horses, while the infantry are on foot.
Can you wear a Cavalry stetson with the new Army Service uniform?
If you are attached to a cavalry unit have been to combat with a cavalry unit and/or been part of a Spur ride then yes
What was size of World War 2 cavalry unit?
The US 26th Cavalry (Horse) fought the LAST "Horse Cavalry Action" (against Japanese tanks) in the Philippines in 1942. Congress no longer authorized the US Cavalry (Horse) at the end of '42.
