The Twilight of the U.S. Cavalry by Lucian K. Truscott Jr.

The American unit was activated by newly promoted Brigadier General Truscott on Jas the 1st Ranger Battalion, and placed under the command of William Orlando Darby.

In 1942, then-Colonel Truscott was instrumental in developing an American commando unit patterned after the British Commando units. After officer training, he was commissioned a second lieutenant of cavalry and served in various cavalry and staff assignments between the World Wars. 'About this title' may belong to another edition of this title.Truscott was born in Chatfield, Texas, and joined the Army in 1917. General Truscott takes us back to a flourishing world that is now gone.' Martin Blumenson, editor of The Patton Papers 'An immensely readable memoir of the Old Cavalry and of the old Army, too. Millett, coauthor of For the Common Defense Cavalry, a spirit that survived the change of steeds.' Allan R. Coffman, author of The War to End All WarsĪ personal view of a personal army. 'An incomparable introduction not only to the cavalry but also to the old Army by one of its most distinguished veterans, who also happens to be a very talented writer.' Edward M. 'Truscotts nostalgic reminiscences are excellent and entertaining.' Armor 'Truscott has a good story to tell, and he tells it extremely well, capturing the flavor of life in the Army of his day.' Army It is also meaningful to historians interested in the secluded military society during the interwar period.' Journal of Military History 'This book is a must for all cavalrymen of yesteryear as well as their lineal descendants of current day armored cavalry squadrons and regiments. It is the story, not only of the passing of the cavalry, but of the Old Army.' Military Review

'This book is a refreshingly unpretentious and unsentimental narrative of a time when an inwardly turned Army struggled with the poignant realization that inevitable modernization meant the end of much that was comfortable and familiar. 'Soldiers and scholars will enjoy this fascinating little book.' Journal of American History Weigley in the Washington Post Book World Truscott writes about the era both lovingly and eloquently.' Russell F.

'No part of the American military past can exceed in romantic appeal the history of the Army's old horse cavalry.

The Twilight of the U.S. Cavalry by Lucian K. Truscott Jr.