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Evolution of British Army uniforms

From redcoats to camouflage, the evolution of British military uniforms tells the story of changing tactics, technology, and global conflict. In this video, we trace the transformation of British ...
As the British Empire expanded it soon became apparent that “red” or scarlet tunics were not suited for the tropical climate of the Indian subcontinent. Likewise, the heavy wool uniforms were simply ...