US Dragoons 1833–55
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Format
Paperback / Softback
Book Series
Men-at-Arms
ISBN-10
1855323893
ISBN-13
9781855323896
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint
Osprey Publishing
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Mar 13th, 1995
Print length
48 Pages
Weight
174 grams
Dimensions
18.40 x 24.80 x 0.40 cms
Product Classification:
HistoryLand forces & warfareMilitary tacticsWeapons & equipmentMilitary life & institutions
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This illustrated text describes the uniforms, weaponry, military practices and tactics of the US Dragoons. It looks at the history of the mounted soldiers, covering topics such as: the formation of the first cavalry units; the Mexican-American War; the gold rush to California; and the Indian Wars.
By the late 1820s, furs, land and minerals made the Indian territories west of the Mississippi River an increasingly inviting realm. The vast expanse of the Great Plains, coupled with the fact that many tribal groups of the region possessed horses, meant a more mobile type of soldier was required. Consequently, on 15 June 1832, Congress authorised the raising of 600 mounted Rangers. They proved such a success that they eventually gave way to a more permanent organisation: the Dragoons. John Langellier details the fascinating campaign history of the US Dragoons 1833-55, complete with numerous illustrations including eight fine full page colour plates by Bill Younghusband.
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