Battle of Marne, France
The 11th and 20th Hussars took part in a counter-attack in pursuit of the German Army. On 6th September, barely a month from their mobilisation,..Read More
The 11th Hussars during the outbreak of the First World War, France and Belgium
In 1914, the 11th Hussars were involved in the Battle of Mons at the start of the Great War, remaining in France and Belgium until..Read More
20th Hussars in the Retreat from Mons, Belgium
The British and French armies were pushed back southwards. The irresistible German advance pushed the British Expeditionary Force (BEF) southwards in a fighting withdrawal. Starting..Read More
The First World War
First contact of the War was made by the 20th Hussars in Belgium on 21st August 1914. On 4th August 1914, Britain declared war on..Read More
Institution of the Regimental Medal
Commanding Officer, Col Browne-Synge-Hutchinson VC, instituted The Regimental Medal . The Commanding Officer, Colonel Browne-Synge-Hutchinson VC (formerly the Major Brown who had won his Victoria..Read More
The Cavalry reorganises its equipment
Following lessons learnt from the Boer War, changes in arms and equipment of the cavalry were introduced. The short Lee Enfield rifle, as issued to..Read More
20th Hussars to South Africa
The 20th Hussars worked with the 14th Hussars in the 2nd Boer War. In November 1901, the 20th Hussars were sent to South Africa. They..Read More
Acts of gallantry in South Africa
Major Brown was awarded the Victoria Cross after rescuing several soldiers pinned down by Boer artillery and small arms fire. After the fall of Johannesburg..Read More
The poor condition of the horses
During the Boer war, the cavalry learned many lessons about horse-management. A week after the relief of Ladysmith, General Roberts resumed his advance on Bloemfontein..Read More
Relief of Ladysmith, South Africa
The 14th Hussars led the march into Ladysmith after its relief. After a slow advance, which the cavalry felt was over-cautiously led by General Buller,..Read More
