The Intelligence: If a tree falls in the Amazon
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Beards and Barracks: A History of the British Army's Facial Hair Regulations
This chapter examines the British Army's strict regulations on facial hair, focusing on the long-standing ban on beards since 1916 and its few exceptions. It contrasts these policies with those of other military branches, exploring historical shifts in attitudes toward beards and their cultural implications in the context of military identity.
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