Uniform Regulations 

 Typical Bavarian Chevauleger in 1918.

Bavarian 6th Division, 2nd Light Cavalry Regiment

Our impression of the 2nd Light Cavalry is of cavalry fighting in a dismounted role in the front line trenches. At this point only dismounted gear is required for members. At a later date, the unit will try to build a mounted impression as well. 

Our view on reenacting late 1918 combat, is to model the desperate shortages and ad hoc gear portrayed in the majority of photos of the German forces on the western front. The German 1918 Spring Offensives used up many supplies and forced many units to rely on ersatz materials and often captured Allied gear and equipment.

Likewise, even the trenches would have a temporary and shelled look. Very often, German forces 'on the move' would bivoac'd in converted crater holes. Dismounted divisional cavalry had many similarities to the infantry in uniform and gear. (Such subtle differences are noted in our larger unit document.)

 Members must purchase their personal equipment and uniforms at their own expense. This can cost between $400-$900. The lower price range is more affordable if you spend the time "making" your gear and uniform etc. Like it's Imperial German brothers, this unit does loan gear to assist new members to get their impression up to standard.