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|Weaponry=Lances
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[[Image:Euro_polish_winged_hussars_icon_cavl.png‎]] Polish Winged Hussars make a brave sight in any battle, their wings giving them an imposing and intimidating appearance.
'''Winged Hussars''' are the elite cavalry of the Polish-Lithuanian commonwealth. These are available to Poland-Lithuania when an Army Board is constructed. Winged Hussars are excellent heavy cavalry, with an unusually high charge bonus.
 
  
 
== Overview ==
 
== Overview ==
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==Origins==
 
The Winged Hussars have a very large history in Europe and Poland, all starting in Hungary. At first starting as light cavalry in Hungary and other countries as mercenaries. Over time in Hungary, the light cavalry of the nation adapted at using Plate Armor in the medieval age. Skip forward a few decades and the same is happening in Poland. At first representing the might of polish cavalry they soon developed a persona of their own. Especially in the Siege of Vienna where the Holy League was defending against a Ottoman invasion. It is here where the might of the Winged Hussars reached their height. In this battle, the Polish forces under their own king, the same as the starting king in ETW, led the largest cavalry charge in history. The following charge led to the defeat of the Ottoman force and gave the Winged Hussars a mighty role in heavy cavalry in other nations. Historically, they wore "wings" on their backs of Scale or Plate armor to give themselves a terrifying appearance. Although the use of this is debated, most agree that they were used to make the horses deaf in order to be immune to musical bands used by the Ottomans and other nations to rout cavalry.
 
  
==Unit Details==  
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==Details==  
  
 
In the Grand Campaign, Poland-Lithuania may train up to ten regiments of Winged Hussars. Winged Hussars are a combination of a lancer unit and heavy cavalry which can devastate enemy targets with their charge, yet also have a heavy advantage in pitched combat. They are particularly devastating against small groups of enemies, as their charge alone will kill most of them.  Winged Hussars are also very effective against cavalry.  
 
In the Grand Campaign, Poland-Lithuania may train up to ten regiments of Winged Hussars. Winged Hussars are a combination of a lancer unit and heavy cavalry which can devastate enemy targets with their charge, yet also have a heavy advantage in pitched combat. They are particularly devastating against small groups of enemies, as their charge alone will kill most of them.  Winged Hussars are also very effective against cavalry.  

Revision as of 12:44, 28 April 2013

Winged Hussars (ETW Unit)
Winged Hussars.png
Class Heavy Cavalry
Unit Size 60 Men
Weaponry Lances
Morale
Melee Attack
Ranged Attack
Defence
Charge Bonus
Accuracy
Range
Ammunition
Region Eastern Europe
Recruitment Cost 1140
Upkeep Cost 340
Turns to Build
Unit Limit
Building Requirements Army Board
Technology Requirements None
Attributes
  • Paths Seldom Trod
  • Inspires Nearby Units

  • Euro polish winged hussars icon cavl.png Polish Winged Hussars make a brave sight in any battle, their wings giving them an imposing and intimidating appearance.

    Overview

    These troops are usually members of the nobility, for only they can afford the expense involved in being a member of this prestigious force. They are armed with long lances, sabres and pistols for fighting at close quarters. Their armour and elaborate uniforms, complete with two towering, feathered wings, set them apart from other “hussars”, and make them appear to be a kind of cuirassier to the uneducated eye. Their charge with levelled lances and fearsome appearance is enough to strike terror into many foot troops.

    Historically, the Polish Winged Hussars had been inspired by the successes of the Hungarian hussars. Over the centuries since their establishment, they became a heavier, armoured force and, if possible, even more convinced of their elite status. The truth was somewhat different: as the 18th Century dawned, the Winged Hussars were outmoded and, in the face of disciplined firepower, no longer quite as effective as they had once been.



    Details

    In the Grand Campaign, Poland-Lithuania may train up to ten regiments of Winged Hussars. Winged Hussars are a combination of a lancer unit and heavy cavalry which can devastate enemy targets with their charge, yet also have a heavy advantage in pitched combat. They are particularly devastating against small groups of enemies, as their charge alone will kill most of them. Winged Hussars are also very effective against cavalry.

    However, Winged Hussars are not invulnerable. Although they fare better than regular cavalry when charging line infantry frontally, they will still take heavy losses if they attempt to do so. They are also vulnerable to stakes and concentrated fire of all types.

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