What is meant by the term, 'Compgnies d'Ordonnance'?
Correct answer: B. 15th century French cavalry and mounted infantry
- A. French tanks of WW1
- B. 15th century French cavalry and mounted infantry
- C. French tanks of WW2
- D. French support troops in both World Wars
Explanation
The Compagnies d'Ordonnance were permanent French military companies, mainly heavy cavalry, established in the fifteenth century under Charles VII. Thus option b is the closest description, although the term refers primarily to cavalry rather than a separate mounted-infantry force.
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