[logdog]

Why did the British wear red coats in battle?


During the recent 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 shot, the
blood won’t show, and the men they are leading won’t panic.

And that is why, from that day forward, all French Army officers wear
brown trousers

[George Bieniaszek]

I heard that joke years ago. Still very funny!!!!!!!!

[Dennis Ga]

Very funny ending. Thanks for the laugh.

[dfn8tly]

Very cute, Logdog. Only one minor correction. Prince Williams' attire for his wedding was commanded by his sovereign, Queen Elizabeth II. The officer's coat along with his highest medals and awards were a requirement of protocol.

[tommy steam]

Originally Posted by logdog

Why did the British wear red coats in battle?


During the recent 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 shot, the
blood won’t show, and the men they are leading won’t panic.

And that is why, from that day forward, all French Army officers wear
brown trousers

Wow that was a good one , Could not stop laughing.

[Floridagal]

Thanks for the laugh. Needed it today.

[BritParrothead]

We still tell this to our French friends

[mgjim]

Funny!