A number of political movements have involved their members wearing uniforms, typically as a way of showing their identity in marches. The wearing of political uniforms has tended to be associated with radical political beliefs, typically at the far-right or far-left of politics, and can be used to imply a paramilitary type of organization.
Notable uniformed political groups have included:
The youth sections of some political movements have also been uniformed:
A number of countries have legislation banning the wearing of political uniforms. Many also ban members of their armed forces from taking part in political activity when in uniform.
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