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The Evzoni are mentioned as far back as the writings of Homer as kilted elite warriors. (See The History of the Greek Evzone for more background) During the Greek wars of independence mountain raiders who carried out guerilla warfare against the Ottoman Turk occupiers wore a peculiar uniform that is the basis of the Evzoni uniform of today.

Uniforms of the Evzones

The Evzoni wear a unique uniform that could not be confused with any other solder in the world. No matter what version or time of year he wears a red-tasseled phareon cap, the foustanella kilt, tsarouchia shoes, a leather cartridge belt and white woolen breeches. The foustanella kilt (it's not a skirt!) is made of 100 feet of material pleated 400 times (historically one pleat for every year of Turk occupation). The tsarouchia wooden shoes weigh over 3lbs a piece; have 60 hob-nails in the sole and a black pompom over the toes. The Service uniform tunic is khaki. In summer a cotton tunic is worn while in dress uniform. A winter uniform known as the Macedonian is made of heaver fabric and has a thick blue woolen tunic. As regular soldiers of the Hellenic Army they are also issued camouflaged battle uniforms and wear a distinctive blue beret while on fatigue duties

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