I am considering sending light infantry (Jaegers) into the woods, either to the north or the south with the intent of attacking the enemy flank. I have four battalions of Jaegers on the field at 400 soldiers per battalion or 1600 Jaegers. Although they may be sufficient to turn the flank of an attacking infantry force, I was considering a formation of Dragoons or other cavalry might be more effective. POssibly splitting the force by sending cavalry to one side and Jaegers to the other? What are your thoughts on this idea?

Naturally, this would be to attack the enemy while they are advancing. The artillery can attack the advancing infantry at range, but the infantry won't be able to engage until about a hundred yards, given the use of muskets. Undoubtedly, the enemy will stop between 70 and 100 meters to fire a volley before charging with the bayonet. At that time, when the enemy is unleashing a volley, would be the perfect time for Jaegers and possibly cavalry to conduct a double envelopment while they think they are attacking.

I posted this in another thread I am in by mistake. The Thread moderator was quite confused. LOL