Military History Lesson

truknutt

Committed Member
While serving in a NATO Command, our Sergeant Major thought it was important that his NCOs have an insight into the origins, history and traditions of the uniforms worn with pride by militaries around the world.

For example, a long time ago, Britain and France were at war. During one battle, the French captured an English Colonel. Taking him to their headquarters, the French General began to question him. Finally, as an afterthought, the French General asked, "Why do you English officers all wear red coats? Don't you know the red material makes you easier targets for us to shoot at?"

In his resolute English manner, the Colonel informed the General that the reason English officers wear red coats is so that if they are shot, the blood won't show and the men they are leading won't panic.

And that is why, from that day to this, all French Army officers wear brown pants! :D
 

cmart

Well-known member
Being a retired army dude, I liked that. But I wonder what that says for us wearing the brown issue shorts, lol.
 
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