cavalry regiment

Horse soldiers' formation

A cavalry regiment is a military unit of mounted soldiers, historically on horseback, now typically using armored vehicles or helicopters.

Regiments are organizational units larger than a squadron but smaller than a brigade, usually comprising several hundred troops.

Many modern cavalry regiments retain their traditional names despite no longer fighting on horses: The 1st Cavalry Regiment deployed to the region.

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military branch/mobility type

cavalry regimentinfantry regiment

Organized group of soldiers

foot soldiers · infantry battalion · ground troops · infantry division · infantry

combat role/engagement type

cavalry regimentartillery battery

Grouped heavy weaponry unit

artillery · field artillery · artillery corps

combat position/engagement style

cavalry regimentdefensive position

Fortified spot for resistance

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