2nd Hussars (ETW unit)
| 2nd Hussars | |
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| Category: | Cavalry |
| Class: | Light Cavalry |
| Men: | 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 |
| Melee attack: | 13 |
| Charge bonus: | 17 |
| Defence: | 11 |
| Morale: | 11 |
| Unit limit: | 1 |
| Turns to train: | 1 |
| Recruitment cost: | 1270 |
| Upkeep cost: | 310 |
| Requires | |
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 Brandenburg Gate | |
These elite light cavalrymen are used for skirmishing and are some of the finest horseman in the Prussian army.
Hussar duties include patrolling, gathering of information and denying the enemy the freedom to do the same. They also provide the valuable service of pursuing routing enemies, and their speed makes them a useful reserve to attack any enemy unit that is about to break. Bringing about such a crisis can make the difference between victory and defeat.
Historically, hussars in Prussian service were not large men, with a maximum height of 1.67 metres, possibly the result of their largely peasant upbringing; their horses were proportionally small. Their commanding officers were, however, under no such restrictions and were drawn from among the Prussian Junkers. General Hans Joachim von Ziethen started as an infantry officer, but transferred to the dragoons when his commander took a dislike to his “squeaky voice and mean, insignificant appearance”. Possibly because of these personal qualities he developed a reputation as a duellist and dissenter. This aggressive attitude served him well when he transferred to the 2nd Hussars and he was given command. He remained with the regiment for 45 years, even after promotion to general’s rank, until his death at 87.
Abilities
- Can hide in woodland
- Good stamina
- Inspires nearby units
- Paths seldom trod
Technological abilities
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Note
This unit is part of the Elite Units of the West DLC.