The United States Army wanted a spiffy new service uniform ... like the old green gabardine wool field coat and khaki trousers that officers wore in World War II. Probably not by coincidence ...

Generally speaking, each soldier received a uniform consisting of a wool regimental coat ... Quartermaster Department until World War II. From 1902-04, the Army introduced a staggering variety ...

World War II saw similar uniforms, although the Brodie Helmet was replaced with the M1 helmet. A light windbreaker was also developed to replace the Army's wool jacket. And specialized uniform ...

which were cotton-poplin and wool, lined with ear flaps, and designed for cold, wet weather conditions. > Clothing: Military uniforms of this era included many revised patterns from World War II ...

Through the years, Canadian soldiers have fought in every condition, and as technology has evolved, so have the uniforms meant to protect them from the elements. "The Canadian Army parka is one of ...