Information on Army Class A Uniforms
The U.S. Army Class A uniform is a dress uniform that servicemen and women wear for formal military as well as civilian events like promotion boards, promotions, and weddings.
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The Coat
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The Class A uniform has a single-breasted green coat with four buttons. For men, the coat must not flare below the waist or hang above the crotch. For women, the coast is hip length, with two slanted flap pockets in the front. A Class A uniform without the coat becomes a Class B uniform, which is less formal.
Trousers or Skirt
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For men, the green trousers have straight legs, no cuffs, and must be worn with a belt. There are pockets at the side and hip. The lift hip pocket must always be buttoned. For women, the pants have slightly flared legs, a non-slip waistband and belt loops. Also allowed is a knee-length skirt with a slight flare, waistband, kick pleat, full lining and a back zipper is also allowed.
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Shirts and Headgear
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The men's shirt must be marked AG 428. It can be either short-sleeved or long-sleeved and must be worn tucked in. It has seven buttons, two pockets with button-down flaps and shoulder loops. Women can wear either of two shirts, each with short or long sleeves. The first style is worn tucked in. It has a collar with stays, front princess seams, and shoulder loops. The other shirt is worn outside the pants, has six buttons, princess seams and is hip length. A black beret is the official headgear.
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