Sailors have the option of wearing either the blue- or green-camouflage uniforms, but will be required to own the new clothing by Oct. 1, 2019, when the blue uniform will no longer be authorized. (U.S. Navy/Blake Midnight)
Task & Purpose: The Navy’s Replacement For ‘Blueberry’ Working Uniforms Is Coming This Fall
After years of forcing aquaflage on sailors, the Navy announced on Aug. 17 that it will begin fielding its new working uniform — Navy Working Uniform Type III — in October 2017.
The roll-out of the tough-looking uniform will take roughly two years, but sailors will continue to wear their cool-toned NWU I uniforms, more fondly known as “blueberries,” until they are phased out on Oct. 1, 2019.
The new uniform, which consists of green and tan woodland cammies, has been issued to expeditionary sailors for six years, and presents a stark but welcome contrast to the NWU I’s blues.
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WNU Editor: This is different from the U.S. Marines who (after 4 years) are still trying to develop a new female dress blue coat .... Four Years In, Marines Still Developing New Female Dress Blues Coat (Military.com)
I have never understood the Navy. Neither the blueberries nor woodland camouflage meet their mission. If they fall overboard, they need blaze orange uniforms. If they are on land in a hostile environment, borrow the Army or Marine camouflage.
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ReplyDeleteAnon yeah spot on.. they all should wear bright uniforms. Too many sailors die getting lost in the ocean. Camouflage. ..please. .what for?
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