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Red coat (British army)
Red coat is a term often used to refer to a soldier of the historical British Army because of the colour of the uniforms formerly worn by the majority of regiments. The uniform of most British soldiers during the late 17th century, 18th century and 19th century (other than artillery, rifles and some cavalry) included a madder red coat or coatee.
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