Letters On Cavalry (1893) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437100198)

Letters On Cavalry is a book written by Prince Kraft Zu Hohenlohe-Ingelfingen and published in 1893. The book is a collection of letters that the author wrote to his nephew who was a cavalry officer in the German army. The letters cover a range of topics related to cavalry tactics and strategy, including the use of cavalry in battle, the training and organization of cavalry units, and the role of cavalry in reconnaissance and scouting. The author draws on his extensive experience as a cavalry officer and commander, having served in the German army during the Franco-Prussian War and in various other military campaigns. He provides detailed descriptions of cavalry maneuvers, emphasizing the importance of speed, mobility, and coordination in achieving success on the battlefield. In addition to his practical advice on cavalry tactics, Prince Kraft also reflects on the broader role of the cavalry in military history and its changing role in modern warfare. He discusses the challenges and opportunities presented by new technologies such as the telegraph and railway, which have transformed the nature of warfare in the late 19th century. Overall, Letters On Cavalry is a valuable resource for military historians and enthusiasts interested in the history of cavalry warfare and tactics. It provides a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities faced by cavalry officers in the late 19th century, and offers practical advice that is still relevant to military leaders today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Prince Kraft Zu Hohenlohe-Ingelfingen
ISBN-10: 1437100198
ISBN-13: 9781437100198
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/01/2008
Pages: 280
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.83lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.59d