French Cavalry

French cavalry entered the Second World War after decades of debate over mechanization and the future of mounted troops. Some formations retained horses, while others had developed into armored and motorized organizations whose traditional cavalry names continued. Reconnaissance, screening, and mobile operations remained important, but mounted charges were not the normal answer to modern tanks, aircraft, and machine guns. Mounted units retained animal mobility in formations and regions where complete mechanization had not occurred, while cavalry traditions also continued within new armored and motorized organizations. The French cavalry arm developed the Divisions Légères Mécaniques as mechanized formations, while other units combined mounted and motorized elements. Horses nevertheless remained important for transport and in formations whose mobility had not been fully mechanized.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1936, Global Empires, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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