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Why British Soldiers Wore Red – And Why It Had to Change

Why British Soldiers Wore Red – And Why It Had to Change

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Why Did the British Army Wear Red?

The red coat—bold, iconic, and unmistakably British. For nearly two centuries it was more than just for parade. . . it was the battlefield uniform of the British soldier. Feared by enemies, and loved by commanders.

In this episode, I dig into the origins of the red coat, why it was chosen, and what made it stick. It’s the uniform that gave this channel its name, so it’s about time we gave it a proper look.

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