(2) A Cavalry Division is composed of nine regiments of cavalry, one
regiment of horse artillery, and no infantry.
The cavalry attached to an Infantry Division is, in general, called
Divisional Cavalry. It operates at but comparatively short distances
from its division, its duties being of a somewhat local nature.
The Independent Cavalry, because it can move so rapidly, is sent far in
advance (thirty, forty, or even fifty or more miles) of the main army to
obtain general information, such as the approximate strength and
location of the enemy's forces. The Division Commander, since he is so
far away from the Commanding General of the army in rear, and since he
has broad general duties to perform, must of necessity have broad powers
and, in general, be permitted to act as the occasion demands. He is,
therefore, said to act independently, and his cavalry is called
Independent Cavalry.
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN STRATEGY AND TACTICS
Strategy is generalship in its broadest conception. A strategist
conceives and projects campaigns.
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