Chevauxlégers (NTW unit)
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| Category: | Cavalry |
| Class: | Standard Cavalry |
| Men: | 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 |
| Melee attack: | 9 |
| Charge bonus: | 15 |
| Defence: | 11 |
| Morale: | 7 |
| Turns to train: | 2 |
| Recruitment cost: | 590 |
| Upkeep cost: | 190 |
Good all-round cavalry, Chevauxlégers are trained in heavy and light cavalry tactics.
The Chevauxléger regiments may not be the strongest or fastest cavalry, but their courage cannot be faulted. What they lack in specialisation they compensate for by versatility: they can be set almost any cavalry task to do. A wise commander needs to bear in mind that they should not be pitted against heavier, more professional cavalry. Instead, they can be used to attack light infantry or as relief for beleaguered comrades.
The Austrian cavalry of the Napoleonic Wars were one of the most powerful forces of the period, but they were often hampered by the poor quality of regimental officers. Officially, good officers were recognised as vital to success, even more so than having good men in the rank and file. Yet favouritism, patronage and personal politics meant that command positions were often given to men with the right connections. Idiots, reckless fools and cowards could be, and were, appointed to command. If they were lucky, the men of their regiments were good enough to save them and their reputations.
Abilities
- Can hide in woodland
Technological abilities
- Wedge formation
- Diamond formation
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