The Oudh Cavalry

The Oudh Cavalry was a military unit from the princely state of Oudh (Awadh) in North India during the 19th century. Comprising mounted soldiers, it played a key role in local defense and acted as a reserve force for the British East India Company's army before Indian independence. Known for their mobility and horsemanship, the cavalry often participated in patrols, battles, and maintaining order in the region. Their presence reflected the political importance of Oudh and its integration into British colonial military efforts, highlighting the blending of indigenous and colonial forces during that era.