In 1804. Transcaucasia. Russian troops led by Prince Tsitsianov stormed Ganja and annexed to the Russian Empire the lands of several khanates. War with Persia is brewing: Persia is preparing a huge invasion army. To hold back the enemy’s onslaught, push them back, and drive the Persians away—will require small Russian forces, including Timofey’s dragoon regiment. The wound is healed, cartridges are prepared, and bayonet and saber are sharpened to a razor’s edge.
“Squadron—on your steeds!”—and the riders of the best Russian cavalry—dragoons—leap into the saddle.