2nd Hussars (ETW Unit)
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| Class | Light Cavalry |
| Unit Size | 60 Men |
| Weaponry | Sabres |
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| Region | Prussia |
| Recruitment Cost | 1120 |
| Upkeep Cost | 280 |
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| Building Requirements | Brandenburg Gate |
| Technology Requirements | None |
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These Elite Light Cavalrymen are used for skirmishing and are some of the finest horseman in the Prussian army.
Overview
Hussar duties include patrolling, gathering of information and denying the enemy the freedom to do the same. They also provide the valuable service of pursuing routing enemies, and their speed makes them a useful reserve to attack any enemy unit that is about to break. Bringing about such a crisis can make the difference between victory and defeat.
Historically, hussars in Prussian service were not large men, with a maximum height of 1.67 meters, possibly the result of their largely peasant upbringing; their horses were proportionally small. Their commanding officers were, however, under no such restrictions and were drawn from among the Prussian Junkers. General Hans Joachim von Ziethen started as an infantry officer, but transferred to the dragoons when his commander took a dislike to his “squeaky voice and mean, insignificant appearance”. Possibly because of these personal qualities he developed a reputation as a duellist and dissenter. This aggressive attitude served him well when he transferred to the 2nd Hussars and he was given command. He remained with the regiment for 45 years, even after promotion to general’s rank, until his death at 87.
Unit Details
The 2nd Hussars are recruitable only by Prussia and are an Elite Light Cavalry. Like their Hussar counterparts, the 2nd Hussars should be used to pursue routing enemies and engage wavering enemy troops due to their high speed and stamina. However due to the fact that they have very little defense, they can suffer heavy losses when engaging a prepared opponent. As a result of this Hussars should not be expected to defeat a unit of Heavy Cavalry.
