Mars Military Figurines 1/72 Scale Polish Lisovchiki 17th Century #72079

Mars Military Figurines 1/72 Scale Polish Lisovchiki Light Cavalry 17th Century #72079 New sealed box 12 figures and 12 horses The Lisowczycy, commonly known as the Lisowczyks or simply Lisowczycy, were a notable irregular light cavalry formation in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth during the 17th century. Their name is derived from the town of Lisowce in Poland. The Lisowczycy were renowned for their exceptional speed, mobility, and ferocity in battle. They played a significant role in various conflicts during the turbulent period of the Polish-Ottoman Wars and the Khmelnytsky Uprising. Here are some key characteristics and aspects of the Lisowczycy: Origin and Formation: * The Lisowczycy emerged as a distinct military formation around the turn of the 17th century. * Comprising mostly nobles and mercenaries, the Lisowczycy were initially organized to defend the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth's southeastern borders against Tatar and Ottoman incursions.