Cavalry charges during the American Civil War were dramatic and pivotal moments that significantly influenced battle outcomes. Cavalry units, primarily mounted soldiers, were used for reconnaissance, screening, and pursuing retreating enemies, but they also participated in direct assaults. Notable cavalry charges include the famous Charge of the Light Brigade at the Battle of Gettysburg and the fearless assaults by units such as the 1st Maine Cavalry and the 2nd Virginia Cavalry. These charges d