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Rare first edition of one of the earliest manuals on the rules, tactics, handling, etc. of the cavalry, presenting at the same time a detailed history of cavalry tactics both ancient and modern. "From this work most of the writers on the subject immediately succeeding have borrowed." (Cockle). The very fine engravings are detailed representations of the tactic formations, offensive and defensive, of the cavalry. Every horseman is individually represented and some plates contain over a thousand of them. "Toutes sont remarquables par la finesse du dessin et de la gravure" (Mennessier de la Lance). The text opens with a discussion of the use of elephants and camels in ancient warfare. Bookplate of J.H. Anderhub. Cockle 733; Lipperheide 2075; Mennessier de la Lance I, 652.