A hussar [a] was a member of a class of light cavalry, originally from the Kingdom of Hungary during the 15th and 16th centuries. The title and distinctive dress of these horsemen were …

The Polish hussars (/ həˈzɑːrs /; Polish: husaria [xuˈsarja]), [a] alternatively known as the winged hussars, were a heavy cavalry formation active in Poland and in the Polish–Lithuanian …

A hussar is a member of a European light-cavalry unit used for scouting; the hussars were modeled on the 15th-century Hungarian light-horse corps.

hussar, member of a European light-cavalry unit employed for scouting, modeled on the 15th-century Hungarian light-horse corps. The typical uniform of the Hungarian hussar was …

Jun 27, 2022 · The winged hussars originated in the 16th century as groups of exiled Balkan warriors who banded together to become mercenaries in Poland. In 1503, the Polish …

There are four meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun hussar, one of which is labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

The hussar regiment was a formation (military unit, [1] regiment) of the light cavalry of the Army of the Russian Kingdom and the Russian Imperial Army of the Armed Forces of the Kingdom and …

Oct 18, 2024 · Hussars, in particular, were the most popular soldiers of the Empire. With their colorful uniforms and boastful spirit, they had a reputation for being daredevils, womanizers, …

Feb 11, 2025 · Originating in 15th-century Hungary, the small equestrian scouting units known as hussars grew notorious during the Napoleonic Wars.

Brilliantly combining derring-do, elegance, fervour and courage, hussars were adopted by regiments worldwide. Their tradition, culture and heroic deeds are still celebrated here, …