Indelingsstaat van de Vrijwillige Jagers van Utrechtsche Hogeschool, 1831 1831

This 'Indelingsstaat van de Vrijwillige Jagers van Utrechtsche Hogeschool', or 'Classification List of the Volunteer Hunters of Utrecht University', was printed in 1831 by H. Eskuchen. It meticulously lists the names of students enrolled in the University's volunteer military corps. Created during a tumultuous period in Dutch history, it reflects the social and political climate following the Belgian Revolution of 1830, when the Southern provinces seceded from the United Kingdom of the Netherlands. The detailed categorization of students into pelotons, sections, and escouades indicates a society deeply concerned with order and defense. Universities at this time were closely tied to the state, and student corps like this one served as a reserve force. Examining enrollment records and university archives can reveal the social backgrounds of these student soldiers and shed light on the role of academic institutions in shaping national identity and military preparedness. The image then isn't just a list, it's a snapshot of a nation on edge, mobilizing its youth.