
February 17th, 2004, 04:02 PM
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Re: cavalry charges against pikes units
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Originally posted by Aikamun:
His famous words, "Choke up on the bat, son, for more maneuverability." I can see them doing so if their formation has broken up or when fatigued.
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If you've ever seen a good medieval re-enactment, or held a 14' pike and then tried to actually do what you suggest, you quickly realize the ludicrousness of the idea. Choke up on a 14' pike, indeed! hah 
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