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The RCMP was established in 1873, and was actually first named the Northwest Mounted Police (MWMP). It was established to maintain law and order mainly in the western territories. The uniform of the NWMP borrowed many features from British military traditions, including a white helmet.
The RCMP is recognizable throughout the world due to its unique uniforms. This page describes the original uniforms of the North-West Mounted Police and some of the arms and accoutrements that were used throughout the history of the RCMP.
An assessment of risks related to the changes in the Uniform and Dress Manual. Identification of trends and cost analysis for items issued through the Online Ordering System compared to reimbursement of items purchased off-the-shelf.
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28 sty 2024 · A. Iconic or historically significant uniforms. Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP): The iconic red serge uniform worn by the RCMP is instantly recognizable worldwide. Provincial and municipal police forces: Each province and municipality in Canada often have their own unique uniforms.
Riding on horseback and dressed in red serge tunics, white gauntlets, knee-high boots, and the new Stetson hat, they symbolized the romance, dash, and adventure of the queen’s empire according to one official RCMP history.
After initially wearing different uniforms, female officers were finally issued the standard RCMP uniforms. Now all officers are identically attired, with two exceptions.