The Green Beret has been worn by many nations armies and even terrorist organisations throughout the years. However it was first worn by the British Army Commandos, specifically No 1 Commando prior to Operation Torch in November 1942. See our Features link for more details. Although US Rangers trained at Achnacarry and served proudly alongside our Commandos during the war, they did not start to wear the Green Beret until the mid 50s, only becoming offical after a visit by President Kennedy in 1961.
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