Arbeider schudt de hand van een oude sergeant 1840

"L'armee, c'est le peuple!" ("The army is the people!") is a lithograph created in 1840 by Nicolas Toussaint Charlet, a prominent French artist known for his depictions of military life. This artwork, currently held at the Rijksmuseum, portrays a poignant interaction between a soldier and a civilian, emphasizing the close bond between the military and the citizenry. Charlet's masterful use of line and shading adds depth and emotion to the scene, capturing the individual's expressions and attire, creating a powerful statement about the interconnectedness of the army and the people.