MMK6003 - Cavalry with an axe Papau New Guinea Their distinctive uniforms

Their distinctive uniforms

It was officially designated airborne in WWII and became one of the most famous parachute assault formations in the world

Army officer best known for his role in the Pacific during World War II

He is best known for being awarded the Victoria Cross

These figures were meant to represent order

MMK6003 - Cavalry with an axe Papau New Guinea Their distinctive uniformsAxes were especially useful in close combat when fighting at short range. Where this appeared in history Early medieval Viking era cavalry Mounted warriors sometimes used one handed axes Effective for cutting and hooking shields or armour Common in Northern European warfare traditions Late medieval & feudal cavalry knight Knights primarily used swords and lances But specialised horsemans axes existed Used for armour piercing blows in melee combat