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Together, we’ll explore the history and evolution of the RCMP uniform, particularly how each element has been updated to adapt to the rapidly changing demands and culturally diverse landscape. Image description: The unmistakable, and internationally recognizable elements of the Royal Canadian Mountain Police (RCMP) uniform.
In the 1800s the uniform of the North West Mounted Police (NWMP) was similar to the one worn by the British Army. In fact, the very first uniform used by the NWMP was issued from militia stores in Ottawa.
The RCMP also provide provincial policing in eight of Canada's provinces (all except Ontario and Quebec) and local policing on a contract basis in the three territories (Northwest Territories, Nunavut and the Yukon) and more than 150 municipalities, 600 Indigenous communities, and three international airports.
28 sty 2024 · 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.
The Red Serge is the ceremonial dress uniform of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. It consists of a military pattern scarlet tunic tailored from serge fabric, with the high collar, blue breeches with yellow stripe identifying a cavalry history, a Stetson hat, a Sam Browne belt, and high brown leather boots with a white rope. [1]
This site displays examples of historic uniform and kit that were worn by Members of the North West Mounted Police (NWMP), the RoyalNorth West Mounted Police (RNWMP) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). Images displayed on this site are held by various private collections.
Collection search - History of RCMP uniforms, 1873-1952. Record information – Brief 1. History of RCMP uniforms, 1873-1952. Hierarchical level: File . Date: 1873-1952 . Reference: RG18-F-1, Volume number: 3763, File number: G-516-3-14 . File no. (creator): G-516-3-14 . Type of material: ...
