LE1-C5S3T2pg267-275 Introduction to MCJROTC Uniforms
Purpose This lesson provides an overview of the various Marine Corps uniforms from colonial times to today.
1. Be familiar with the history of the Marine Corps uniforms. 2. Be able to describe the different Marine uniforms. 3. Be able to identify and name the different types of Marine uniforms.
The word uniform comes from two Latin words unus and forma which means one form. From the earliest times soldiers in battle have needed a way to distinguish friend from foe.
The development of uniforms eliminated the problem with distinguishing opposing armies. It also identified ranks and arms in each army.
In 1775, Continental Marines wore green coats with red facing, white waistcoats, white breeches, short black spats, and round felt hats. Early Marines wore a leather neckpiece from which we get the name leatherneck.
Chevrons (stripes) as a sign of rank were introduced in 1822. In 1798, the traditional Marine Corps colors of blue, white, and scarlet were restored.
Service Uniforms
In 1917 during World War I, the Marines in France wore olive drab uniforms and later adopted the color as its service dress.
Utility uniforms designed for field duty were first used in combat during World War II.
Presently Marine Corps uniforms are divided into three categories: dress, service, and utility.
A. The American Revolution B. The Civil War C. World War I D. World War II
A. Dress B. Service C. Utility
A. Dress B. Service C. Utility
A. Service B. Utility C. Dress
The dress uniform is for parades, ceremonies, reviews, and official social occasions. There are six categories of dress uniforms: Blue Dress A Blue Dress B Blue Dress C Blue Dress D Blue-White Dress A Blue-White Dress B
Only worn with Blue Dress uniforms
Worn or carried with dress uniform General rule: If dress cover is on the head then the white gloves are worn.
Officer Enlisted
Officer Enlisted
Dress Blues Alpha means wearing large medals with dress blues.
Dress Blues Bravo means wearing ribbons & shooting badges
Blue Dress C Blue Trousers Long Sleeve Shirt with Tie Ribbons (optional) Badges (optional)
Blue Dress D Blue Trousers Short Sleeve Khaki Shirt Ribbons (optional) Badges (optional)
Blue White Dress A White Trousers Large Medals Blue White Dress B White Trousers Ribbons & Badges Summer only
A. Blue White Dress A B. Blue Dress A C. Blue Dress B
A. Service Dress A B. Blue Dress A C. Blue Dress B
A. Barrack s Cover B. Garrison Cap C. Dress Cover
For routine office activities, Marines wear service uniforms that are olive drab in color. There are three forms of service uniforms, designated A, B, and C.
Olive Drab Coat & necktie with ribbons and badges. Worn when civilians are going to wear business suits.
Long sleeve shirt with tie or neck tab with olive drab pants or skirt. Can be worn with the green sweater.
Short sleeve shirt with olive drab pants or skirt.
A. Service Dress A Alpha B. Service Dress B Bravo C. Service Dress C Charlie D. Blue Dress B Bravo
A. Service Dress A Alpha B. Service Dress B Bravo C. Service Dress C Charlie
A. Service Dress A Alpha B. Service Dress B Bravo C. Service Dress C Charlie
Also known as the barrack s cover Interchangeable with Garrison Cap. Worn with service uniforms only
Only worn with Green Service uniforms or with flight suit Officer rank worn on the right side Marine Emblem on opposite side of cover
A. Dress Cover B. Garrison Cap C. Service Cover
A. Dress Cover B. Garrison Cap C. Service Cover
All female Dress and Service uniforms can be worn with a skirt or pants option.
The utility uniform is authorized to wear in combat, field duty or for routine work. Nicknamed cammies.
Desert digital: worn during daylight savings time in summer. Woodland digital: worn during the winter.
A. True B. False
Master Sergeant Top Wright Marine Instructor