Steve argues that cavalry blocked by wire in France could have been used more effectively in the Levant. Alex replies that Haig kept seeking permission for attacks in terrain where cavalry could exploit a breakthrough. The argument distinguishes opening a gap with infantry and other arms from using mounted troops to move through it before defenders reorganize. The Hundred Days supplies the example of exploitation against following lines and artillery. Steve still questions retaining the force while those attacks were not authorized. Alex's answer is that transferring it would mean waiting months to recover the capability if approval suddenly came.
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The dispute over retaining cavalry for a Western Front breakthrough
Steve sees cavalry held in France as a missed opportunity elsewhere, while Alex argues that Haig needed it ready to exploit a permitted attack.