• It was not a front-line infantry unit; although its men and officers certainly saw front-line service,
• The eight Prussian Kürassier regiments were heavy cavalry units; whose duties changed substantially as the war progressed,
• These duties included front-line service, signals work, and guarding prisoners and military points,
• as an Imperial German cavalry unit the regiment's rolls contained many elite members.

• Emphasizes living history:  A historical "persona" is created and used as a basis for first person portrayal so that you "become" a person of the era of the Great War.
• Has developed a "Kulturabend" or Cultural Evening approach that is held at each reenactment.  These are focused around a particular them to enhance authenticity and boost members' knowledge of the life of a German soldier during the Great War.
• Has used these themes at past events:  Christmas 1917, a period games night, a period theater night, and a magic lantern show of postcard views of Germany from 1900 - 1917.

In addition to participating in the Great War Association's reenactments, the regiment undertakes numerous other activities designed to enhance authenticity and boost members' knowledge of the life of a German soldiers.  These activities have included: participation in living history timelines, tours of the Western Front and Germany, and archival research.