Some Information on Aschingerborte or “Borte”
Probably one of the most misunderstood elements of Bavarian uniforms during the First World War is that of Aschingerborte or Borte. …
Category Archives: Uniforms – 1915 – 1916
Officer Tunic – 2 Chevauleger
Below is an excellent example of an officer tunic. This one would be appropriate for an Oberleutnant (First Lieutenant). Unfortunately, …
The 1916 Bavarian Greatcoat or Mantel
During the first winter of the war, it became obvious that the 1894 Pattern Greatcoat was too light for the …
Chevauleger Pictures
In our attempts to recreate German cavalry of the First World War era, one of the first places we turn …
The 1915 Universal Bavarian Cavalry Boot
At the beginning of the war, the different types of cavalry (Hussar, Uhlan, Kuirassier, Dragoner, Schwere-Reiter, Chevauleger et al.) were …
The Transitional Uniform Recreated
Here are a few pictures illustrating my recreation of one possible uniform that a trooper in the 2 Chevauleger could …
The 1916 Uniform
With the war dragging on with no foreseeable end in sight, the German Army had to readjust its procurement practices. …
KB 2 Chevauleger Regiment 