US 13th Cavalry Uniform -
Cavalry (from French cavalerie, cf. cheval 'horse') were soldiers or warriors who fought mounted on horseback. Cavalry were historically the second oldest (after infantry) and most mobile of the combat arms. A soldier in the cavalry is known by a number of designations such as cavalryman or trooper.
The US Army employed cavalry soldiers during the Spanish American war. Later wars would see a demise
of the horse cavalry as motor vehicles became more advanced and viable.
The item feature on this page is a US cavalry uniform. Tunic and pants. Of wool construction. No buttons
are visible in the front. The collar shows the 13th cavalry distinctive insignia. The sleeves of the
jacket have the leadership stripes. One sleeve also has a bullion star.
The pants have a blue stripe that runs the entire length.
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