The Hungarian cavalry (Hungarian: Magyar Lovasság) was a Hungarian cavalry force. A type of irregular light horsemen was already well established by the 15th century.

After the king's death, in 1490, hussars became the standard form of cavalry in Hungary in addition to the heavy cavalry. Their role was limited to irregular warfare, raiding, securing, covering and reconnaissance of main regular forces.

Their unique combat style comes from the ancient Hungarian cavalry military art, the main features of which are misdirection, smart use of terrain, trapping, raiding, remote destruction. Their tricky technique was matched by glorious courage, a way to strike the enemy with unexpected attacks.

Hungarian hussars became internationally recognized, being a prime example of light cavalry. In this era artillery became a third arm. Two significant attempts were made at achieving independence: the war for independence led by Francis II Rákóczi (1703–1711), and the Hungarian Revolution of 1848 .

2022年3月18日 · Hungarians hussars are quintessential participants of the 15 March festivities in Hungary. Hussars are not only spectacular to watch but they also strengthen national cohesion. Furthermore, they remind us of the glorious history of this lightweight cavalry.

2017年12月12日 · Hussars were first incorporated into the Black Army of Hungary, and by 1490, theirs was the standard form of cavalry. After the death of Corvinus, the Hungarian hussars were hired as mercenaries by Habsburg emperors as to help in the on-going fights against the Russian- and Ottoman empires.

The Hungarian 1st Cavalry Division was raised October 1942. The fact that the Hungarians raised a cavalry division was partly a question of economy, but also due to the long and glorious cavalry tradition of Hungary.