German WWII Cavalry

The German Army retained cavalry and extensive horse transport during the Second World War despite its reputation for armored warfare. Mounted formations could provide reconnaissance and mobility where roads or fuel were limited, and cavalry formations changed in organization during the conflict. Reconnaissance and movement often ended in dismounted action, rather than a traditional charge with mounted weapons.

The prewar cavalry arm supplied both mounted soldiers and personnel who later moved into mechanized reconnaissance formations. A German cavalry brigade served during the invasion of Poland and expanded into the First Cavalry Division. That division subsequently became the Twenty-Fourth Panzer Division, demonstrating the organizational transition from horses to armor. Mounted forces nevertheless reappeared or continued on the Eastern Front, including formations recruited outside Germany. Horses also pulled artillery and supply wagons throughout the army, so their importance extended far beyond the relatively small cavalry arm.

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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