WWI Cavalry Regiments

During World War I, cavalry regiments were mounted units primarily composed of soldiers on horseback, used for reconnaissance, quick strikes, and delaying enemy advances. They played vital roles in gathering intelligence and flanking enemy positions before modern trench warfare and artillery made traditional cavalry less effective. Over the course of the war, many cavalry units adapted to new combat methods or transitioned to mechanized units like tanks, but initially, they symbolized mobility and rapid response on the battlefield. Their significance diminished as warfare became more static and technology evolved, transforming military tactics entirely.