Green beret

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The green beret is a form of headdress in use by a number of militaries worldwide, primarily by those with commando and or special operations backgrounds. It was the official headgear of the British Commandos, a special-forces unit active during World War II and is still worn by members of the Royal Marines after passing the Commando Course, and personnel from other units of the Royal Navy, Army and RAF who serve within UK Commando Force and who have passed the All Arms Commando Course. Green berets are similarly the official beret color of the United States Army Special Forces, and source of their autonymous moniker "The Green Berets". There are certain other military organizations that also wear the green beret because they have regimental or unit histories that have a connection with the British Commandos. These include the Australian, French and Dutch commandos. It is the norm in the armed forces of the Commonwealth Nations, where most regiments wear headdresses and cap badges which...

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