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<b>Following the Battle of Wounded Knee in 1890, the US Cavalry were called into action again with the declaration of war against Spain in 1898.</b><br/><br/>In the years that followed, cavalrymen saw action in a wide variety of theaters. This title takes a close look at the formation and experiences of the average cavalryman in this fascinating period of change and development, and also considers the cavalry officer corps.<br/><br/>Numerous developments in dress, training, equipment, weaponry and tactics are all covered here.