Călăraşi form a part of the “oastea cea mica” and are part of the "slujitorii" (servants of the lord). Their name implies they fight on horseback. These soldiers were given land in exchange for military service, and retained their land so long as they remained as a readily-available force for the voievod. They are lightly armored, comparable to their curteni, and wield a composite bow. Despite this, they were a very successful military instrument, remaining a significant part of the Wallachian army up until 1600.


























