2. War Horses Shaped Ancient Warfare Tactics
The integration of war horses into ancient armies revolutionized military strategies, introducing innovations such as cavalry charges, flanking maneuvers, and shock tactics. Alexander the Great’s campaigns exemplified the effectiveness of cavalry, with his companion cavalry executing decisive charges that penetrated enemy lines and facilitated encirclement. Similarly, Genghis Khan’s Mongol conquests leveraged the mobility and speed of cavalry to outmaneuver and overwhelm adversaries, reshaping the dynamics of warfare (britannica.com).
