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    • After the king's death, in 1490, hussars became the standard form of cavalry in Hungary in addition to the heavy cavalry. Their role was limited to irregular warfare, raiding, securing, covering and reconnaissance of main regular forces. See more

    Overview

    A hussar was a member of a class of light cavalry, originally from the Kingdom of Hungary during the 15th and 16th … See more

    Etymology

    Etymologists are divided over the derivation of the word hussar. Several alternative theories are summarised below:
    • According to Webster's Dictionary, the word hussar stems from the Hungarian huszár, whi… See more

    Origins

    The hussars reportedly originated in bands of Serb warriors, crossing into southern Hungary after the Ottoman conquest of Serbia in the late 14th century. Regent-Governor John Hunyadi created mounted units inspir… See more

    History

    Hussars throughout Europe followed a different line of development than the Polish hussars. During the early decades of the 17th century, hussars in Hungary ceased to wear metal body armour; and, by 1640, most were l… See more

    Image and uniform

    The colourful military uniforms of hussars from 1700 onwards were inspired by the prevailing Hungarian fashions of the day. Usually, this uniform consisted of a short jacket known as a dolman, or later a medium-le… See more

    Armament and tactics

    Hussar armament varied over time. Until the 17th century, it included a cavalry sabre, lance, long wooden shield and, optionally, light, metal armour or simple leather vest. Their usual form of attack was a rapid charge in c… See more

    Legacy

    After horse cavalry became obsolete, hussar units were generally converted to armoured units, though retaining their traditional titles. Hussar regiments still exist today, and horses are sometimes used for ceremonial purposes. I… See more

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    Overview
    Etymology
    Origins
    History
    Image and uniform
    Armament and tactics
    Legacy
     
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