In fact, cavalry was used more in World War II than is often believed, and in that context, the last charge involving U.S. cavalry took place, marking the end of an era immortalized by cinema. This ...

The 89th Cavalry Regiment originated on June 1, 1940, as the 10th Antitank Battalion. It was later redesignated as the 99th Infantry Battalion on July 1, 1940, and activated at Fort Lewis, Washington.

One of the best British World War 2 films ever is on BBC Two this weekend. By George Simpson, Senior Film and Arts Reporter. 14:36, Sat, Dec 7, 2024 | UPDATED: 14:43, Sat, Dec 7, 2024.

The British cavalry’s "Charge of the Light Brigade," famously dramatized by poet Alfred Lord Tennyson, took place on St. Crispin’s Day, Oct. 25, 1854, during the Crimean War.

World War 2 The Royal British Legion says it wants to hear from every World War 2 veteran it can, as the 80th anniversary of VE Day (Victory in Europe) approaches on May 8 2025 Comments ...