Tarleton's Light Dragoons (ETW Unit)
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| Class | Elite Light Dragoons |
| Unit Size | 80 Men |
| Weaponry | Carbines and Sabers |
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| Region | New York |
| Recruitment Cost | 1190 |
| Upkeep Cost | 290 |
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| Building Requirements | Military Governors Barracks |
| Technology Requirements | Shortened Carbines |
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These British Dragoons are excellent Light Cavalry, using sabres when mounted and carbines when on foot.
Overview
Named for Banastre Tarleton, also known as "The Bloody Ban", these troops are ideal for countering enemies such as skirmishers and artillery. Tarleton's dragoons have fast horses and can quickly reach enemies out of range of friendly line units. Upon reaching their target, they can unleash a cavalry charge or engage in melee. Dismounted, they can use their carbines to fire upon the enemy, although they are relatively vulnerable in close-combat.
Banastre Tarleton sailed to America as a volunteer in 1775, quickly earning the rank of major for his bravery in the New York campaign. By the time Tarleton had retired he had worked his way up through the ranks to general, and was even invested as Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the Bath, a significant honour for his efforts. Officially the 17th Light Dragoons, Tarleton;s troopers were the mounted element of the British Legion. At the time, the Legion was a mixed force of cavalry and infantry and was sometimes referred to as Tarleton's Legion
Details
Tarleton's Dragoons are an elite Dragoon unit recruitable in New York and Available only to Great Britain. 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.
