The question of large losses

[Chosen Man]

How do you feel about large and unrealistic losses in close combat?
I play often in the MP and notice the absolutely fantastic results of the battles between the cavalry detachments.
Two squadrons of Cossacks with losses of 36 people caused horse grenadiers to lose up to 50 people. This is a complete absurdity. A few more such fights and regiments will be gone.

It depends on a number of factors elevation, facing and of course luck.  Cossacks are poor in general but not complete rubbish.  Attack with sufficient numbers and they will be gone but there is a tipping point.