Kavallerie Regiment Nr.5 "Hussaren von Kotyháza"

Magyar tribesmen have long been valued for their skill in the saddle.  Inspired by the success of the French Hussar Regiments, it was decided that such a formation should be raised from our Hungarian subjects.

Miklós, Graf von Kotyháza had already proven his ability leading a Freikorps of his fellow Magyars.  From the ranks of this formation came the cadre of the future KR.5. 

Wearing a uniform inspired by their traditional dress (the elaborate parade version is illustrated) these colourful troopers fulfil the reconnaissance and raiding functions with great élan.  It is supposed that they will be especially effective against the hordes of Turk light cavalry but this is yet to be proven.

The Regimental details are thus:

Officers wear metallic "Gold" lace and buttons.  Additionally, the majority of Officers favour a lace-trimmed Tricorn over the more traditional "Kolpak".

Horse Furniture is "Grass-Green" trimmed Gold.

Inhaber: Miklós, Graf von Kotyháza

Kavallerie Regiment Nr.4 "Dragoner von Traun"

The last of the Dragoon Regiments, KR.4 is led by the conservative and deeply religious, Leopold, Frieherr von Traun.

Now in his old age, "Abbé" Leopold is wedded to the past.   Since the death of his wife he has devoted himself to the service of the Church and State - in that order.  Insisting his men join him in pre-battle prayer, he is often mocked by those less pious. 

The martial prowess of this Regiment is not impaired by the religious nature of it's Inhaber.  In fact it could be said that von Traun's uncompromising outlook instills in his men a sense of fanaticism.   This manifests itself when fighting any "heretics" as such unfortunates are rarely taken prisoner by KR.4.

The Regimental details are thus:

Officers wear metallic "Gold" lace and buttons.

Horse Furniture is Blood-Red trimmed Gold.

Inhaber: Leopold, Freiherr von Traun 

Kavallerie Regiment Nr.3 "Dragoner di Scarzano"

Amadeo, Conte di Scarzano is a relative newcomer to Beimbach-Schönau.  He left his native Italy during the campaigns in the first decade of this Century.  His lands ravaged by the French and his peasantry having fled, he found himslef impoverished.  Prince Eugene of Savoy was impressed by his vehemently anti-Bourbon stance and championed his plight at Court.  It was at this point the Conte met and befriended our Sovereign being offered a new future in our State.

A great follower of fashion and lover of the Arts, Amadeo di Scarzano cuts an elegant figure at Court and on the field of battle.  Although somewhat effiminate in appearance, he is nevertheless a notorious rake, beloved by the ladies for his "Latin Charm".

As a "Normal" Cavalry Regiment, "di Scarzano" does not have an elite contingent.  That said, it should not be inferred that this is a second-rate formation.

The Regimental details are thus:

Officers wear metallic "Silver" lace and buttons.

Horse Furniture is Blood-Red trimmed Silver.

Inhaber: Amadeo, Conte di Scarzano  

Kavallerie Regiment Nr.2 "Grenadiere von Wanzenau"

The second Regiment of Horse bears the honoury distintion of "Grenadier".  Although their function is the same as the Dragoon Regiments, KR.2 "von Wanzenau" has been thus named due to it's outstanding performance during the Turkish Wars.

Since formation, the Regiment has been led by members of the powerful von Wanzenau family.  Through loyalty and sacrifice, they have attained an enviable postion within Beimbach-Schönau.  Holding large estates in the western portion of the State, they are amongst our wealthiest families. 

Wearing the "standard" Cavalry uniform of a Blood-Red coat and Black hat (albiet with the addition of fine white lace) the Regiment differs by maintaining an elite company that wears a fur cap similar to that sported by KV.1.

The Regimental details are thus:

Officers wear metallic "Gold" lace and buttons.

Elite Troopers have a Burned Orange and Yellow cap bag.
Horse Furniture is Blood-Red trimmed Gold/Yellow.

Inhaber: Fridolin, Graf von Wanzenau.

Kavallerie Regiment Nr.1 "Leibgarde zu Pferde"

The mounted Lifeguards are the premier cavalry Regiment and therefore the most prestigious formation in the army of Beimbach-Schönau.  The personnel are drawn from Society's upper-echelon, comprising the Landed Gentry and Foreign Nobility in exile.

Harking back to an age long gone, this Heavy Regiment wears a blackened steel cuirass - the last remnant of the Knight's Harness.  Used in the rôle of shock troops, the "Leibgarde" is known to deliver a devastating charge which has thrown many an enemy into disarray.

Unique amongst the cavalry, the Regiment wears a "Charcoal Grey" coat that is faced "Blood Red".  All troopers wear a fur cap with a cloth bag.  By regulation, Officers are permitted to wear a Tricorn hat but, as a mark of status, many opt for the archaic Cuirassier helmets of the past Century and other somewhat outlandish additions to the standard uniform.

As the name implies this Regiment's personnel provide for the Sovereign's personal security.  In time of peace Schloss Löwenstein and the other residences of our Prince are protected by the Leibgarde.  Additionally State Ceremonials usually feature an appearance by these troops.

Nominally led by the Reichfürst, day to day duties are performed by a trusted Inhaber.   Presently this position is held by an old comrade of our Prince, namely: Hieronymus, Altgraf von Rinzendorf. 

Like Albrecht von Michelbach (IR.2) the Altgraf first served with our Prince during the Turkish Wars of the last Century.  He is now regarded as both a trusted confidant and valuable advisor, usually to be seen in the Royal entourage.

The Regimental details are thus:

Officers wear metallic "Gold" lace, buttons and cravat.

Troopers have a Blood-Red and Yellow cap bag.
Horse Furniture is Blood-Red trimmed Gold/Yellow.

Inhaber: Hieronymus, Altgraf von Rinzendorf

The Army of Hubertus II - Cavalry Regiments 1720

This the Senior branch of the army comprises five Line Cavalry Regiments.  One Cuirassier, three Dragoon (one of which is termed "Grenadier") and a Regiment of Hussars. 

Foremost amongst these is the élite "Leibgarde" (KR.1).  As in the case of IR.1 "Kronprinz" this Regiment wears a "charcoal grey" coat faced with the coat colour the "normal" Regiments.  This, in the case of the cavalry, is a dark "blood-red". 

Having eight squadrons, the "Leibgarde" is larger than a "standard" Cavalry Regiment which has six.

The three Dragoon Regiments form the "backbone" of the Cavalry.  Although they have evolved from the mounted infantry of yesteryear, they are now true cavalry soldiers capable of delivering a decisive blow on the battlefield.

The most recent addition are the Hussars of KR.5.  These flamboyant troopers are drawn from the Magyar territories on the fringes of the Reichsfürstentum.  Used mainly for scouting and escort duties, this Regiment is nevertheless a most valuable part of the Cavalry service.

As with the Infantry, in times of extremis Beimbach-Schönau can call upon a variety of ad-hoc formations.  Of these the "Croat" light cavalry have gained infamy far and wide.  They are used to harass the enemy's supply lines and raid deep into his heartland, pillaging as they go.

Details of these "Irregular" formations will be posted in due course.