At Waterloo when the order to attack was given, the British Infantry opened their ranks and the Heavy Cavalry passed through. They met the French Infantry at the crest of the hill who were already disordered in front from musket and artillery fire. The British Cavalry began to stamp and chop their way into the French columns who retreated down the slope. The Royals captured the French 105th's eagle. In their enthusiasm, the Cavalry continued on to the 'Grand Battery' smashing men and horses. The French Infantry counter-attacked, and the cavalry realised they must return with tired horses. However, French Lancers and Cuirassiers had now charged in from the side and stood between the blown Cavalry and their own lines. Many including the Brigade commander didn't return. At Waterloo when the order to attack was given, the British Infantry opened their ranks and the Heavy Cavalry passed through. They met the French Infantry at the crest of the hill who were already disordered in front from musket and artillery fire. The British Cavalry began to stamp and chop their way into the French columns who retreated down the slope. The Royals captured the French 105th's eagle. In their enthusiasm, the Cavalry continued on to the 'Grand Battery' smashing men and horses. The French Infantry counter-attacked, and the cavalry realised they must return with tired horses. However, French Lancers and Cuirassiers had now charged in from the side and stood between the blown Cavalry and their own lines. Many including the Brigade commander didn't return.