A new type of troop developing across the European battlefields were the Dragoons. Plant states that the New Model Army only had 1 regiment of a 1000 dragoons; showing that they were not in widespread use yet, but still more int eh testing phase as the Ironside cavalry numbered at 6000 and the Infantry 14,000.

These new units were made to be mounted infantry that could move very quickly across the battlefield in order to do maximum damage to the enemy; Dragoons could dismount, fire off a volley, then ride around to another position, preferably the flank, and fire again. These hit and run tactics could cause confusion among the enemy plus deal significant damage if used properly. They were also trained cavalry men, so could charge directly at enemy troops if needed as well (National Park Services). These new troops were some of the most versatile troops to enter war at this date.

Plant, David. “The New Model Army.” The New Model Army, 2007, bcw-project.org/military/new-model-army.

“Dragoon Soldier-Historical Background.” National Parks Service, U.S. Department of the Interior, www.nps.gov/fosc/learn/education/dragoon5.htm.

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