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The U.S. Cavalry on the Plains from 1850 to 1890 played a critical role in westward expansion and conflicts with Native American tribes. Following the Mexican-American War (1846-1848), the U.S. acquired vast western territories, intensifying clashes between settlers and Indigenous nations over land, resources, and cultural survival. Cavalry regiments—like the 1st, 2nd, and 7th Cavalries—were tasked with enforcing federal policies, protecting settlers, and supporting railroad construction. They also aimed to confine Native American tribes to reservations, often leading to violent confrontations.

From US Cavalry on the Plains 1850-90

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The German Army 1914-18

The Imperial German Army from 1914 to 1918 was the military force of the German Empire during World War I, under the command of Kaiser Wilhelm II. Known for its discipline, efficiency, and advanced tactics, the army initially saw significant success on the Western Front through the Schlieffen Plan, aiming to swiftly defeat France before turning eastward to face Russia. However, the plan faltered, leading to a prolonged and brutal trench warfare stalemate. German forces were innovative, employing new technologies such as poison gas and stormtrooper tactics to break enemy lines. Yet, despite these advances, the German Army struggled with resource shortages, mounting casualties, and the relentless Allied offensives. By 1918, internal dissent, exhaustion, and the effective Allied counterattacks ultimately forced Germany into retreat, leading to its eventual surrender and the end of the war.

From The German Army 1914-18

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“At the turn of the nineteenth century, the British Empire is at the height of its ascendancy; Napoleonic France is struggling to maintain its position as a world power; and the incumbent American empire is quickly expanding its territory, while the Native peoples struggle to establish their own confederacy, their own independent nation.”

- James Laxer, Tecumseh & Brock: The War of 1812

Spurred by a someone, I bring you a collect of uniforms from the war of 1812. Quite the underrated, set in the lull of the Napoleonic Wars, the smaller and less professional set pieces don’t make it any less heroic.

One of my favourite quotes about the conflict comes from the book above; a man of Issac Brock’s is concerned for his life, telling him to remove his uniform to hide his rank, Issac Brock reproaches him and tells him he would never lead his men anywhere he wouldn’t personally go. He would die in battle; “As was his practice, he would lead from the front, attired in his scarlet uniform. A British quartermaster who had crossed the river with Brock urged him to make himself less of a target for the Americans. “If we lose you, we lose all,” he said to the general, pleading with Brock to let the troops by led by their own officers. “Many here follow me from a feeling of personal regard,” replied Brock. He thanked the quartermaster for his regard but said, “I will never ask them [his soldiers] to go where I do not lead them”

The siege of Detroit was fun too.

From The American War 1812-14

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“Poor Blucher went mad for some time. He had shown off before some of our ladies, and got a fall from his horse and a blow on his head. This gave him all sorts of strange fancies. When I went to take leave of him, he positively told me he was pregnant! And what do you think he said he was pregnant of? – An elephant! And who do you think he said had produced it? – A French soldier!…”

- Recounted by Wellington to Stanhope, unknowingly exemplifying the dangers of directly translating your language to English without any context.

There’s a bit of a comedic story involving a Prussian diplomat during the War of the Third Coalition, Prussia being one of the main boss enemies during the early revolution was dragging its feet to declare war this time. Finally about to do it, the diplomat arrives just in time to hear the result of the battle of Austerlitz, and instead congratulates the French.

Queen Louise being one of Napoleon’s biggest haters on the continent is another funny little quirk about the Prussians.

As for their uniforms? The reference book really only covered the later army, but you can get a feel of the military practicality present. Overcoats, blankets, blues and grays, the Russo-German legion was dripped out a bit. The cavalry wasn’t too bad either.

From Blucher’s Army, 1813-15.

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I know there’s an existing post somewhere, but here’s the list of OBGYNs in the USA and other countries that will perform tubal ligation (aka female sterilization) without arguing with you