Charge of the Bayreuth Dragoons at the
Battle of Hohenfriedberg
4th June 1745
(Drawing by Menzel

This drawing by Menzel shows the Bayreuth Dragoons in their famous charge at the Battle of Hohenfriedberg, on 4th June 1745. This was one of the most celebrated cavalry charges in history, and resulted in the capture of 2,500 Austrians and 66 flags.

 

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