Military History Trivia
During the royal wedding, the millions around the world saw that
Prince William chose to wear a uniform that included the famous
British "red coat."
Many people have asked, "Why did the British wear red coats in
battle??
A long time ago, Britain and France were at war. During one
battle, the French captured a British Colonel. They took him to
their headquarters and the French General began to question him.
Finally, as an afterthought, the French General asked, "Why do you
British officers all wear red coats? Don't you know the red
material makes you easier targets for us to shoot at?"
In his casual, matter-of-fact, way, the officer informed the
General that the reason British officers wear red coats is so that
if they are wounded, the blood won't show,
?and the men they are leading won't panic.
And that?s why, from that day forward,
all French Army officers have worn brown pants
>And that?s why, from that day forward, all French Army officers have worn brown pants
But it didn't work did it?
Why are all the streets in France lined with trees?
so the next invaders won't have to walk in the sun.
:grin: