The cavalry were soldiers who fought on horseback. They were the third oldest of all combat arms and certainly the most mobile. A man fighting on horseback had many advantages including a greater height, inertial mass and speed, but it wasn’t uncommon for them to still dismount and fight on foot.

This Cotton Cavalry Shirt is authentically patterned after well-made copies, to represent a critical point in the history of our nation. It is made from dark blue cotton and features a bib front, adorned with brass buttons. These same buttons are found at the tapered wrists. The Cotton Cavalry Shirt is ideal for reenactment or collection. Order size M, L, XL or XXL.