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Russia trains cavalry units for battlefield operations
According to Russian media reports, newly formed cavalry units riding actual horses were observed during training exercises with assault troops from the 9th Motor Rifle Brigade of the Russian Armed Forces.
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he cavalry revival is more than symbolic. Russian sources claim that mounted troops are being trained for active assault operations, with each horse carrying two soldiers — one to control the animal and another to provide covering fire. The concept is intended to increase mobility and survivability in areas where vehicles are vulnerable or immobilized by mines and difficult ground conditions.
According to Russian media reports, newly formed cavalry units riding actual horses were observed during training exercises with assault troops from the 9th Motor Rifle Brigade of the Russian Armed Forces.
Russia trains cavalry units for battlefield operations
The Russian military is reintroducing horseback units to the battlefield, turning to centuries-old tactics. According to Russian media reports, newly formed cavalry units riding actual horses were observed during training exercises with assault troops from the 9th Motor Rifle Brigade of the...
he cavalry revival is more than symbolic. Russian sources claim that mounted troops are being trained for active assault operations, with each horse carrying two soldiers — one to control the animal and another to provide covering fire. The concept is intended to increase mobility and survivability in areas where vehicles are vulnerable or immobilized by mines and difficult ground conditions.
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