Articles of Interest Gear

Soldiers and civilians live in different Americas. But we don't have to. For images, links and more, go to articlesofinterest.substack.com

"Gorpcore" emerges.... from (maybe, potentially) unexpected places. For images, links, and more information, head to articlesofinterest.substack.com

A pattern for blending in. And for standing out.For images and links go to articlesofinterest.substack.com

The end of the draft leads to the yuppification of the field jacket. Images links and more at articlesofinterest.substack.com

The outdoors is no longer for macho men. In fact, now it's for babies. Images, links, and more information at articlesofinterest.substack.com

Gear gets defined by scientific testing and research. And this process was pioneered with the development of the field jacket. 

Joshua Kerner, a citizen researcher and military-uniform enthusiast, dives deep into the historical ties between military attire and American civilian fashion. He discusses how vintage military clothing informs modern design and the significance of the Berry Amendment in preserving U.S. garment production. Kerner also shares fascinating insights into early American militia dress, the mass production of Civil War uniforms, and how surpluses fueled civilian military fashion. His passion for history reveals how military styles helped shape American identity.

The next series from Articles of Interest

How uniforms shaped the American school system. Images and a very special animation at articlesofinterest.substack.com