On the History of Uniforms (Richard Knötel)
Taken from: Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, 5th edition, published 1893–97. Original chromolithographs.
On the History of Uniforms. Chromolithographs from Meyers Konversations-Lexikon (1893 ff.).
Infantry
Cavalry
Jägers and Marksmen, Pioneers and Train
Artillery
Medical Corps
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