Well, the Euzones may look funny in that traditional uniform, but they are really good light infantry. Respect!
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Well, the Euzones may look funny in that traditional uniform, but they are really good light infantry. Respect!
There is always a reason for the manner of drill and the uniform being worn. I try to refrain from making fun of another country's traditions, especially a country a few thousand years old.
Evzones - Wikipedia
Evzones uniform, the costume of an elite Greek soldier - Why Athens
Everything You Wanted to Know about Evzones, the Greek Presidential Guard
This goes on each day I think at the border between these 2 countries.
INDIA VS. PAKISTAN FACE-OFF AT WAGAH/ATTARI BORDER CEREMONY (WITH COMMENTARY)! (4K) - YouTube
I wasn't "making fun"; I was making an an observation.Quote:
Originally Posted by eb in oregon
I wasn't poking fun either...just a bit of sarcasm to point out that our very internationally diverse membership here of course each prefers their own.
If I had a nickel for every time the Army side of my family and the Marine side argued about who's drill was best...well meh the Marines always won that one.Quote:
Originally Posted by John Candy, Canadian Bacon
I love you all (even Canadian beer ;)...sometimes).
There's some interesting stuff here. Let's keep it cordial, please. Thanks!
Bob
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Evzones#UniformQuote:
Originally Posted by Bob Womack
Doesn't explain the origin or the balls on the toe of the shoes, but very interesting tradition "in the unpopular Bavarian style".