"Cavalry Charge" (war tactic)

A cavalry charge is a military tactic where mounted soldiers (cavalry) rapidly advance toward the enemy to break their lines, disrupt formations, or create chaos. Using speed and momentum, cavalry units aimed to exploit weaknesses, pursue retreating foes, or seize key positions. Effective cavalry charges required skill, coordination, and timing, often striking at vulnerable points before the enemy could fully respond. Historically, this tactic was especially powerful on open battlefield terrains, making cavalry a vital component of armies before the widespread use of modern firearms and artillery.