French Army Cuirassiers DOMINATED with Big SWORDS
French cuirassiers were one of the most legendary and feared cavalry in Europe during the 18th and 19th centuries. Elite cavalry, with armor, big swords and big horses, they dominated many battlefields and were widely emulated in other armies. Video with original combat accounts from history. 3 extra videos each month on Patreon, which hugely helps support this channel: / scholagladiatoria Facebook & Twitter updates, info and fun: / historicalfencing / scholagladiato1 Schola Gladiatoria HEMA - sword fighting classes in the UK: https://www.swordfightinglondon.com Matt Easton's website & Pinterest: https://www.matt-easton.co.uk/ https://www.pinterest.co.uk/matt_east... Easton Antique Arms: https://www.antique-swords.co.uk/

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