Bayerische Cheveaux-légers_ Ordonanzen, Pferde am Zügel führend 1882

This graphite drawing, titled *Bayerische Cheveaux-légers*, was created by Heinrich Lang. Born in Bavaria, Germany, in 1838, Lang made this sketch of Bavarian light cavalry in 1882. The image presents soldiers and horses, evoking the might and power of the Bavarian army. Lang's military drawings reflect the intense nationalism sweeping through Europe at the time. It was a period of rapid industrialization and political upheaval as countries consolidated power, sometimes through violent conflict. Though we view this scene from a distance, one can only imagine the experience of those pressed into military service. The work offers us a moment to reflect on the nature of duty, obedience, and the cost of war to both humans and animals. It stands as a testament to the enduring impact of socio-political forces on individual lives and collective memory.