Articles of Interest Gear

Gear: Chapter 1

Articles of Interest Gear

Show Notes

Almost all clothes have something to do with the military. But one industry in particular has a lot to do with the military. The first episode of the new season establishes how the American military came to be, and how they were dressed. To see images and learn more, go to articlesofinterest.substack.com

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