Uniforms

Uniforms. In the modern sense, uniforms appeared in seventeenth‐century Europe with the development of professional armies; functionally, they identify members of the military, distinguish units, and help establish group cohesion.
They reflect the hierarchial structure of the military, and they entice recruits to join the service.

The United States provides clothing to enlisted members of the armed forces, while officers outfit themselves. Although tradition remains central, uniforms constantly evolve: cost, efficiency, fashion, comfort, and critical materials all affect pattern and use.

Although the U.S. Army is the oldest service, its uniforms include some of the newest. They reflect frequent changes in mission, logistics, and public opinion. During the Revolutionary War, blue was chosen as the primary color for the uniforms of [The entire page is 1712 words long]

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