Revolutionary War Clothing
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Colonial ClothingWomen and GirlsDuring the colonial period women and girls dressed much the same. The female attire included a mop cap, apron, gown, and tucker. These items were usually made at home. Men and BoysJust as women and girls dressed similar, the men and boys did as well. Everyday clothes for both men and boys included breeches, woolen stockings, leather shoes, and a tricorn hat. InfantsUntil the approximately age of four or five, both boys and girls wore
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American & British UniformsThe uniforms of the Continental Army were very plain in comparison to the bright red uniforms of the British army. Brown was the official color of the Patriots at the beginning of the war, but the colors changed as the years went on. By the end of the war American Army colors included red, blue, or brown. British soldiers were sometimes called "redcoats" or "lobster backs" because of their red uniforms. Although most people think that the British only wore red uniforms, there were some blue British uniforms during the Revolutionary War. |
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Additional Revolutionary War Clothing Resources
http://www.americancenturies.mass.edu/activities/dress up/index.html
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