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2nd Continental Light Dragoons (ETW Unit)

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2nd Continental Light Dragoons (ETW Unit)
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Class Elite Light Dragoons
Unit Size 80 Men
Weaponry Carbines and Sabers
Morale
Melee Attack
Ranged Attack
Defence
Charge Bonus
Accuracy
Range
Ammunition
Region Confederation of New England
Recruitment Cost 1240
Upkeep Cost 310
Turns to Build
Unit Limit
Building Requirements Barracks
Technology Requirements None
Attributes
  • Can dismount
  • Can hide in woodland
  • Garrison policing bonus
  • Can Fire From Horseback

  • Trained in mounted and dismounted combat, this Light Cavalry unit us useful to reinforce cornered comrades.

    Overview

    When a friendly unit is being harassed by an enemy beyond its fire range, these cavalrymen can react immediately, riding to the enemy to counter the threat. When mounted they are good in melee, at the charge, and can fire their carbines. They are not very effective in close combat on foot, leaving themselves vulnerable when acting as melee infantry.

    The 2nd Continental Light Dragoons were one of the finest cavalry units raised in 1776 following Washington's realisation that the war was going to last longer than expected. His original plan was to raise 3,000 horsemen, but it soon became obvious that paying and equipping that many horsemen was far beyond the resources of Congress. Instead four small regiments of Light Dragoons were raised. The 2nd Light Dragoons were commanded by Colonel Elisha Sheldon for his efforts by the citizens of Sheldon, Vermont

    Details

    The 2nd Continental Dragoons are a unique and elite ranged cavalry. They may engage effectively in both firefights and melee, although they are not as strong as specialized units in either area. Dragoons have excellent stamina, allowing them to escape from or reach situations not possible for other units. Dragoons have the options to skirmish, where they will attempt to harass the enemy while staying out of range, and dismount. Dismounting dragoons reduces their speed and melee capabilities, but improves their resistance to enemy fire, as well as improving their ability to deal damage with their muskets. Versatile in their uses, dragoons can be used to add firepower support to a point on the battlefield quickly and are equally useful in the conventional cavalry roles of breaking enemy morale and chasing down routing troops.

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