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From a series of prints illustrating standard formations and uses of cavalry issued for the French army at the time of the American Revolution. Much has been made of eighteenth century naval warfare in which opposing fleets rigidly followed prescribed maneuvers. The result was maximum parade and minimum battle, and the admiral who broke from tradition would be vigorously punished. A similar pattern existed for the army. Fashion, grace of movement, and set patterns were the order of the day for cavalry. These prints illustrate how large bodies of cavalry could be controlled by one order being given and the entire contingent moving uniformly. At a time when armies were getting much larger and fire power was increasing, this was a way for commanders to control troop movements once the fighting began. These are lovely prints featuring graceful horses and riders, but with a serious purpose in history.
Note that the prints are wrapped with mylar, so there are some reflections in the images below that are just from the photography. Note also that we have other prints from this series, so if you would like to see other images similar to any particular print shown below, please contact us.
 Plate III $425 |  Plate IV $425 |
 Plate VI $425 |  Plate VIII $500 |
 Plate XI. $425 |  Plate XIII $425 |
 Plate XVI $425 |  Plate XVII. $450 |
 Plate XIX. $425 |  Plate XXI $450 |
 Plate XXII $450 |  Plate XXV. $425 |
 Plate XXVI $425 |  Plate XXVIII. $450 |
 Plate XXX $450 |  Plate XXXI $425 |
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