Troop of Cavalry of the Royal Canadian Hussars

 In 1805 merchants of the city formed a troop of cavalry in Montreal. Since that time the Troop of Cavalry has defended Canada starting with its participation in the war of 1812. All through the nineteenth century the troop grew into squadron size formations, eventually achieving regimental status in 1879.
        
         

The regiment today carries 34 battle honours, twenty one are displayed on the Guidon. The Guidon is the regimental flag or colors and was used to guide the troop in battle. The unit received its first Guidon in 1828, presented by the Governor-General of Canada the Earl of Dalhousie. This unit was originally organized and sponsored by Mr. Molson, Ogilvie and Pratt. The riders, then and now, are volunteers from the greater Montreal region.

The Troop of Cavalry’s foundation are based on the city of Montreal and the generous support of it’s business community. Although we were the last Canadian Regiment to officially relinquish our own horses in 1941, our horsemanship skills withered soon after. In 1998 this skill was revived.



The Troop of Cavalry is comprised of volunteer members from the Regiment who with enthusiasm and dedication revive our proud Cavalry traditions.