Pattern 1796 Light Cavalry Sabre – Historical Weaponry

During the battle of Waterloo one of the most celebrated actions of the day came during the British counterattack, known to history as the charge of the Royal Scot Greys, immortalised by Lady Elizabeth Butler in her famous painting, Scotland Forever.

Wellington’s cavalry commander, the Earl of Uxbridge, ordered the Household and Union Heavy Cavalry Brigades to attack the French infantry that was pressing the allied centre. Initially held in reserve but witnessing the 92nd Gordon Highlanders falling back in disorder, the Scots Grey joined the fray and routed a French column. Ultimately their advance petered out once they were confronted by the main French line but their exploits that day captured the imagination of many.

In this age of gunpowder how destructive was sabre wielding cavalry man?

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