The term SABRES refers to a type of CAVALRY. It is derived from the French word 'SABRE', which means a type of sword. The SABRE was used by light CAVALRY units in the 18th and 19th centuries, and the term has come to refer to any type of mounted soldier. The Sabres were a type of light CAVALRY unit that was used by the British Army during the Napoleonic Wars. They were known for their speed and agility, and were often used for reconnaissance and scouting missions.