#union cavalry

[cavalrycommand1876]

Patrol Under Fire by Don Spaulding

#us cavalry #american cavalry #american dragoons #american civil war #us dragoons #fort laramie #fort apache #union cavalry #plains indian wars #indian wars

[chamberlainswifey]

Guys don't. Don't listen to Duster while you're reading about union cavalry, that just did it for me

To think about the bond between those soldiers and those horses, and the fact that it could be SHATTERED in a split second. I literally can't imagine going to war with my horse knowing one of us could end up without the other

#union cavalry #american civil war #history #american history #civil war #acw #duster

[civilwarvacations]

John Buford: The Heart of the Union Cavalry

Much has been written about George Armstrong Custer’s flamboyance and Hugh Judson Kilpatrick’s shenanigans. A Union cavalry commander goes unnoticed, which is a pity. John Buford was not a flashy individual but a hardnose commander of men who played a significant role in turning the Union cavalry into an effective fighting force. Early Days John Buford was born in Woodford County, Kentucky, on…

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#American Civil War #Civil War Vacation #Gettysburg #john Buford #Union Cavalry

[brandonraykirk]

Poem: "Old Abraham" (1996)

Old Abraham: Historic Sycamore Tree in #Barboursville #WV #Appalachia #poets #poetry #writing #history #wvhistory #CivilWar

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#Appalachia #Barboursville #Bill Herndon #Cabell County #civil war #Huntington #Main Street #Maurice E. Beckett #Morris Harvey College #Old Abraham #poems #poet #poetry #Tanyard Branch #Union Cavalry #West Virginia #writers

[aunti-christ-ine]

#editorial cartoons #doonesbury #garry trudeau #civil war #florida schools #union soldiers #cavalry #florida #political cartoon #southern union soldiers

[sometimeslondon]

The Household Cavalry Museum in Westminster with a union jack flag

#museum #history #military #household cavalry #army #flag #union jack #british #imperial #westminster #london #England #UK

[roscoe-conkling]

"So it came to pass that as he trudged from the place of blood and wrath his soul changed." ...Stephen Crane, The Red Badge of Courage

#civil war #union army #soldier #cavalry #stephen crane #the red badge of courage #famous writers

[thepastisalreadywritten]

What do the different coloured poppies mean?

19 October 2022

Many people choose to wear a poppy in November for Remembrance Day to show respect for the people who died fighting in the First World War and the conflicts that followed it.

But there are other coloured poppies too - purple, black and white - that have different meanings.

The red poppy is the most famous symbol used to commemorate those who sacrificed their lives in World War One and conflicts that followed.

Wearing a poppy was inspired by the fields of poppies that grew where many of the battles were fought.

The red poppy belongs to the Royal British Legion - a charity created by veterans of World War One.

They say that the red poppy represents remembrance and hope.

The purple poppy is often worn to remember animals that have been victims of war.

Animals like horses, dogs and pigeons were often drafted into the war effort, and those that wear the purple poppy feel their service should be seen as equal to that of human service.

In particular, many horses were killed or injured in World War One.

Donations to the Animal Purple Poppy Fund go to charities including World Horse Welfare and the Household Cavalry Foundation.

The Animal Purple Poppy Fund uses the word 'poppy' with the agreement of the Royal British Legion.

The Black Poppy Rose commemorates the contributions of black, African and Caribbean communities to the war effort - as servicemen and servicewomen, and as civilians.

The charitable organisation was launched in 2010 and aims to highlight "largely untold historical legacies" from the 16th century onwards.

Some people feel that the red poppy glorifies war and conflict. Instead, they might choose to wear a white poppy.

The white poppy is handed out by a charity called Peace Pledge Union, which promotes peace.

They say that the white poppy commemorates people who died in conflict, but focuses on achieving peace and challenging the way we look at war.

#Remembrance Day #First World War #poppies #Royal British Legion #Animal Purple Poppy Fund #World Horse Welfare #Household Cavalry Foundation #Peace Pledge Union

[obtener2]

Mid-June 1863, the U.S. capital became desperate for additional defenders. An ominous rumble sounded beyond the Blue Ridge. Perilous gunfire could not be dismissed as rebel guerrillas, who hovered in small squads across the Potomac. Startling reports created panic. Rumors contradicted one another, except for one consistent theme—General Lee marched north. A Family and Nation Under Fire

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#washington #capital #american civil war #maryland #union #cavalry

[if-you-fan-a-fire]

“Russian Calvary on Parade,” Chicago Tribune. February 17, 1933. Page 2. ---- Russian cavalry, part of the mighty Soviet war machine, on parade in Moscow during recent maneuvres. The Red army consists of 650,000 conscripts, but officials say they can put a force of several million held in short order.

#red army #красная армия #cavalry corps #soviet cavalry #кавалерийский корпус #soviet union #military exercise #military training #moscow

[cavalrycommand1876]

Union Cavalry Saber Charge

#us cavalry #american cavalry #american dragoons #american civil war #us dragoons #union cavalry #plains indian wars #indian wars #american frontier #fort laramie #fort apache #general buford #john buford #gettysburg #battle of gettysburg #7th cavalry #general custer #apache wars

[blindedguilt]

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Verseday! Questions for my muse - Lukhege 1.3||Soldier of the Union ⚪ - What are small things that mean something to your muse

Growing up, doing each other's hair was always a somewhat intimate gesture reserved for the closest of friends and family. His village had been tight-knit, and having a mother and older brother (Occasionally, his younger brothers as well) always there to fix it when it was a mess left him truly blind to just how uncommon it was after being left on his own. Perhaps it takes him by surprise not just to be shown such kindness in a time of war so intense it seems that the very world has reached its end - Not to mention being in the front lines of it, nonetheless - But that the very action serves as a somewhat bittersweet gateway to those memories to those simpler days living with his brothers, as well. For his memories and his upbringing, it was an act of great affection and significance - And regardless of how much of that old life he's left behind, the perception of that intimacy won't so easily leave his mind.

... Another thing, though he wouldn't quite so easily admit to it as the last, is small gestures of psychical touch. Something like a hand or a pat to the shoulder, even if made casually, has a habit of lingering in the soldier's mind for an especially long time. To any outsiders, especially those who know of his upbringing, the answer why is clear enough - Though Lukhege himself had and could never put a finger on it... Even if he allowed himself to acknowledge it, to begin with.

🔴 - What are bigger gestures that are important to your muse Polishing any equipment of his such as weapons or swords, or taking the time to help or complete any chores in his stead takes a lot of work and time, and Lukhege is well aware of this. Typically, favours done for him helps him to feel far more adjusted within his "Family", as he sometimes prefers to call it, and serve as a great alternative to his warming in contrast to any deeper conversations or attempts to "get to know him" that would otherwise count as a great gesture... Chatting about his past, or even generally deeper topics, is a quick turn-down for him. To feel validated and supported in his efforts through those favours, however, to feel as if he truly is being cared for and counted among others, comes nothing short of a great reassurance for him.

🖤 - Can your muse be selfish? If he knows he can get away with it. It isn't necessarily that Lukhege hates being selfless towards others (Whether out of comradery, respect, and an overall agreement with their views or in trying to prove himself or in worser cases, an attempt to get on their better side to avoid any negativity or harm directed his way in the future) as much as it is him simply living off instinct - It is a world where every man must fend for themselves, and having been tasked with the responsibility of his two younger siblings atop his chores as the eldest cared for the dragons, Lukhege fights with each opportunity to take what he can for himself - As long as the eyes of others are off his actions when he does deign to think for himself, that's all he needs. With those outside the Union, such as civilians, however - He doesn't mind acting to serve his own self-interests at all.

✋ - Can your muse be rude or unfriendly? Perhaps some could consider Lukhege's briskness and straightforward attitude uninviting, particularly when in the midst of a task or training, though he's learned well enough not to say anything outwardly demeaning or rude towards his fellow soldiers - While not the brightest or most inviting, Lukhege still follows basic courtesy and small-talk when approached, taking care never to state many disagreements or other such things that can otherwise put him on thin ice. To a majority of civilians, however, while generally just a bit more curt unless otherwise provoked, he's developed a bit of a bad habit of using force or even harming civilians - Or anyone else "below" him, as a soldier of the Union - Simply when he feels like it. While not aware of it himself, it very well may be some internal attempt to take back power for himself after spending so many years, especially as a child, stuck under the Union's thumb - Simply inflicting the pain he had been caused in his past onto others.

#voicelesshatred #||Reply||:Bri #||Soldier of the Union||:[1.3] #{/I think the biggest difference between DOD1 luke is that this guy is 10x more emotional but also 100x more emotionally stunted lmao} #{/I also figured out a weapon for him thank *fuck*} #{/I gotta get a design down; but i think i want a lance} #{/not only is it a good parallel to lenny's spear but also; a sword??? i like it but} #{/i wanted something that stood out. perhaps he can be trained in swords as well but not EXCELLENT excellent} #{/i gotta think some stuffs out still} #{/another: will he be on the cavalry or just fuckin swinging it around with hopefully better tact than DOD1 caim? i still gotta think} #{/caim's wielding of spears could be okay to 'BRUH' depending on which; but lances...} #{/9 times out of 10; lances are GODAWFUL. i still have to fully level ulr's vow or whatever tf it was called} #{/luckily just one more level but... ugh. you should've made a pact with a horse. *crumples*}

[civilwarvacations]

Jeb Stuart at Gettysburg

Jeb Stuart at Gettysburg

Jeb Stuart was the darling of the Confederacy. His audacious raids and acts of daring were spread across the headlines of Southern newspapers. The cavalry general was flamboyant and perhaps a little bit cocky. He had good reason to be over-confident because the Union cavalry was not very good. However, it was the Gettysburg Campaign where Stuart narrowly avoided a disaster when he discovered that…

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#Alfred Pleasanton #Confederate cavalry #Jeb Stuart #Union Cavalry

[noconcessions]

#Household Cavalry #The Mall #buckingham palace #London #Union Jack #uniform

[bretwalda-lamnguin]

I’m not sure if this is a controversial take or not, but I don’t think Fingon was a particularly good or capable king. The Silmarillion almost seems to damn him with faint praise, his bravery and selflessness are always singled out. But nothing about him seems to suggest he’s a great leader.

All of his best and most heroic actions are either individual or directly leading small numbers of troops, the rescue of Maedhros, routing Glaurung with his horse archers. Not much is said of his leadership during the battle in Hithlum, between the fourth and fifth battles.

I think it’s quite notable that his lands in Dor-lómin are just handed over to Hador. It suggests to me that Fingon either had very little following there or that he wasn’t doing a good job of ruling it and even Fingolfin saw this. After Fingolfin’s death he’s the only viable Nolofinwean heir, Turgon and Aredhel are missing, Argon is dead.

I also think it’s notable that everyone calls the alliance the Union of Maedhros, and Fingon is unable to leverage Orodreth and Nargothrond to back it. Maedhros is the power behind Fingon’s throne, and everyone knows it. Maedhros is the politician and the military strategist. Fingon has little skill or little interest in these I think. I also like the idea that despite the love between them, Maedhros is manipulating Fingon at least a bit. Maybe unintentionally, but Maedhros is a Machiavellian at heart, a determined and capable pragmatist. He will trample the hearts of those he loves to get what he wants.

I also think it’s notable that Fingon charges in after Gwindor while Turgon hangs back. Fingon has let the tail wag the dog, and been drawn into breaking his strategy by one of his subordinates. He’s passionate and emotional, Húrin has to restrain him from charging even before this! Turgon doesn’t get drawn in even when Fingon does, and I’m pretty sure that Fingolfin and Maedhros would not have done this either. That’s not to say Gwindor should have been abandoned to die, but providing some force to relieve them and cover their retreat when they inevitably get bogged down and have to pull back (like Turgon did for Fingon) is very different to committing the whole army to a gamble made with no prior thought.

I like Fingon! He has many good qualities, and up until the 5th battle was a major factor in the success of the Noldor. He’s brave and dashing, selfless, a good cavalry commander. He rescued Maedhros and stopped a civil war! He routed Glaurung! But I do not think he was ever a good king.

#fingon #silmarillion #my posts #I do like him! #I promise! #But I think there is a lot more to being a good king in Tolkien than being a good person #And Fingon is almost my go-to example of this. #Edited because I wrote Orodreth when I meant Gwindor *

[ospreyarcher]

My new book is now available for preorder!

After a century-long sleep, a Union soldier wakes up in 1965. Cavalry lieutenant Russell Krause is all at sea in this strange new century of electric lights and automobiles. But he soon acquires a guide: Caleb O’Connor, a kind-hearted, history-loving college student with secrets he’s desperate to hide. Caleb is gay, and he’s completely smitten with this lively, warm-hearted soldier, who has swiftly become his best friend. But Russell’s nineteenth century understanding of friendship is far more affectionate than any 1960s friendship is allowed to be. In between telling Russell about escalators, record players, and the Civil Rights movement, Caleb has to explain that men in 1965 are no longer allowed to hold hands or share beds or kiss… which is tough, because Caleb would love to be kissing Russell. Despite these chilling changes in social customs, Caleb and Russell’s loving friendship grows ever closer. But the cultural divide may prove wider than even love can bridge.

Content warnings: period-typical attitudes in general, but especially toward homosexuality

The Sleeping Soldier will be coming out on August 7. Preorder now!

#aster glenn gray #my books #the sleeping soldier #m/m #m/m romance