The Modern Minutemen: Uniforms & Attire
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- Опубликовано: 17 окт 2024
- In part two of this series, we take a look at different clothing options and identifiers you may use for your local Minutemen. This varies far and wide between environment, rural vs urban, mission mindset, etc.
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Jeans and some outer shirt for a minuteman makes so much sense especially for in town work . More "greyman" the better this includes your vehicles in my opinion.
The danger in that is being mistaken for Antifa or Black lives.
The "gray man" idea goes out the window if you running about with a rifle and plate carrier.
Every “grey man” is so easy to spot lol
@@FCACTUAL69420it's not about being unspottable. It's about having plausible deniability and forcing even just a moment of hesitation from the opposing force while being easily identifiable by any sympathetic force.
@@ImperiumLibertas we can agree it comes down to time, time to respond? I’m already sub one second draw from retention. If they can never see it coming don’t you think that is better? And I’m talking about “grey man” that cringe guy that you see and know. Maybe that’s you? Mix it up
My personal favorite “uniform” is actually a set of old school OD jungle fatigues. They work very well for my area and aren’t confuseable for actual modern military
Same.
Everyone has to be special, I guess.
It’s not about being special. It’s about being obviously not MIL/LEO. Just do t want to be confused for something I’m not.
so like M-81 woodland?
@@DonaldDucady-ts9px, nope. Straight OD green.
I was thinking about doing a literal modern Minuteman kit. Buckle shoes, wool stockings, gaiters, laced shirts, waistcoats, and hunters frocks.
Then throw an OD green tac vest with my mags, IFAK, radio, ruck, etc on top. Then finishing it off with a tactical headset for my radio and a tricorn hat.
I feel like that will make my intentions clear enough 😂
Boeing an Italian and playing Fallout 4, I didn't expect Minuteman to still exist. Inspired by the video game logo, I created a patch that has an M14 instead of a musket and obviously the crossed arrow, both red, because it's mine favorite color
I think a yellow armband would work as identifying militia in a civil war scenario. Yellow…the color of the Gadsden flag.
When I start a militia, we're going to be wearing Brooks Brothers.
There will be no shabby bums in my outfit!🤣
Uniformity is actually something i’ve been think of recently and is very slept on subject. Also You’ll be surprised there’s a lot of cedar trees in north texas so a woodland top actually blends in really well if you stick to the trees
And blue jeans blend in at trader joe's
@ Protect & Persevere in what fantasy shtf situation do you guys all imagine your band of idiots that all you “minute man” think you are, where being uniform in full kit is not going to come across as a threat to the national guard or police? There just going to smoke you as soon as you guys go out on “patrol” like really though, do you guys understand the point of being a prepared citizen? It’s to protect your family, and keep the supplies you bought to do so safe until the rule of law returns. It’s not to protect the community because your civilians, In 98% of shtf situations its going to be normal self defense scenarios. Can we actually just be realistic though. But all you band of “minute men” have fun pretending soldier and getting smoked by the real ones.
My group has a simple wolf grey carrier setup that we wear with a ball cap w/patch, black jacket and blue jeans simply for providing open and obvious security in our community in the event of a disaster. Not tactical “battle” setup with camo, but to stand out as a threat against criminality when things are bad.
It’s also our standard minimum for new guys until they can afford camouflaged combat gear and clothing.
A counter argument would be. A misfit looking group may bring less visibility, especially with a group of 20 or less. The people will know each other, but others don't need too. Another argument is cost, finding gear at surplus or sale that may not match but works maybe more important than group appearance. A group of school kids with the same shirt walking around in public may look "uniform" but it also brings attention. Depends if attention is what "you" seek. Just consideration.
Good points! That's the time to use identical kerchiefs (in a crowd) or armbands (in combat) to ID friendlies. No group should turn away volunteers just because their gear doesn't match; functionality is what counts.
Groups you guys get you all sound like domestic terrorists to the government right? And that’s what they view you as. Where does this group stuff come from, nothing good comes from a group, somebody’s always going to want to be the leader or have what you have, and in a shtf situation what do you think there going to do for that?
Matching kit = fed
@@Front-Toward-Enemy
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Pretty common consensus opinion.
I found that large color patterns work really good. I learned this from watching animals, I figured out that brown pants and a green jacket blend in very good especially at a distance, I'm not saying I don't use camo or a ghillie suit or brush to make cover better but just something I learned. Also the less gear that you have to wear and carry is a plus. The most important thing is training with your gear and staying consistent with your set up. Love the video man. Thank you for educating those on the importance of having proper gear for the job.
I like woodland camo: 1.) not current issue by any US branch 2.) works geographically for 3/4 of the country, for 3/4 of the year. Armbands will work with any clothing, are cheap to supply, and meet the requirements of the Geneva Conventions.
Can you direct to Geneva Convention info?
@@mickmacy6161 Sorry Mick, I didn't copy the source, but here's what I wrote from the site:
The laws, rights, and duties of war apply not only to armies, but also to militia and volunteer corps fulfilling the following conditions:
1. To be commanded by a person responsible for his subordinates;
2. To have a fixed distinctive emblem recognizable at a distance;
3. To carry arms openly; and
4. To conduct their operations in accordance with the laws and customs of war.
NOTE: In countries where militia or volunteer corps constitute the army, or form a part of it, they are included
under the denomination 'army'.
Reference: International Humanitarian Law (Red Cross) Rule 4: Definition of Armed Forces
Geneva Convention of 1949 and protocols
Our groups around Texas and Louisiana are also going to woodland!
Who gives a shit about the Geneva conventions?? Lol
@@sullathehutt7720: You will if you get captured... It's easy to shoot "bandits" in time of war, so you should try not to be labeled as such.
I’m a retired U.S. Marine. I blend into any environment. I come across as a friendly, middle age, fairly good looking Everyman. Nothing “tactical” about my clothes. I don’t come across as a threat, but the reality is that I can defend myself, and innocent people, in a blink of the eye. Surprise Mooter Scooter. Now I do make sure I can run in all of my footwear, which is all nice stuff that looks good. I am also confident that I could quickly form a fireteam of motivated civilians, and lead them in defense of their families and our community. Semper Gumby
I have a bug out cabin, I wear my Dessert Storm outfit. In town I wear my civilian outfit, and when I'm camping I wear my Daniel Boone outfit.
Just subd. You did a great job on this subject. Hat color and shirt color should be the minimum to distinguish your group. Then other articles of clothing, and last camies. I am a Cold War Vet 1976-82. In the 1970s utilities were issue green, and camies were what ever pattern was authorized. I had the green “erdl” pattern. Of course that changed later on. Few people realize that if a group wearing camies and patches were to ever fight against their Government that they will be handled differently under both military and international law. So solid colors might be a better choice, and would not automatically put anyone in the “M” category.
I think minimum for an organization uniform should be a hat and patch. Maybe a specific color pattern bandana or scarf.
I feel there are a few reasons to become a minute man, and that is to be a response team for your area. Not to replace, but to aid the existing response structure like police and EMT... unless they are controlled by a corrupt government.
Personally, it would probably just be patches and a hat that would connect everyone. Maybe a shirt of jacket. Throw in an arm band or bandana when extra identifiers are needed.
I mean old school woodland tops from a surplus are like, $20.
Multicam isn't magic but actually works for most environments, is readily available, and will likely be already possessed by most combatants if things kick off in the foreseeable future.
For context... you have already committed to a gun fight. Choose the best camouflage that will help you.
Once you get to the point of issuing gear, then color choice becomes more important as you try to distinguish yourselves.
Lastly, there has been some mention of camouflage identifying combatants as a "military" force. This would legally be a good thing as it provides protection under the Geneva convention. Likewise, a person in civillian attire may be viewed as a "terrorist" or "spy". Currently spies are shot on site.
Food for thought.
Multicam is currently used by US Army/AF... would that cause a problem during combat. The "colors" of Multicam are the same as used in woodland pattern, but woodland isn't current issue to any US forces.
Multi cam and it’s variants are the current Fed print.
@@HobbiesWithMike Exactly... so do you want to wear the same uniform as your (possible) opponents, or something different; especially if you get captured?
@@pop401k depends on what you are trying to do. If you are trying to blend in with military it's possible to use if you know markings and patches, but in a guerrilla or sabotage situation(semi urban) it's best to not use camo but basic clothes and maybe a vest or pouches to hold magazines. Also an arm band or some identifier (which would may meet Geneva convention requirement).
@@beslanintruder2077 Agreed. If you're out as a "military unit" you should have uniforms (I'm partial to woodland for reasons above). If you're out as a "specialized unit" you want to blend in with the locals to avoid detection. Be careful about posing as an opposing military force. You could be legally eliminated as a spy, if you're caught wearing their uniform.
I would suggest Duluth firehouse cargo pants as they are a neutral color but are also durable work pants. They make for good uniform/duty pants as well as casual wear
I have always liked the polo-type shirt look. It is like a t-shirt, but has a collar and looks more professional. Your logo can also be put on a polo-type shirt.
Possible topic-- Many people are simply not receptive to the idea of such a group...until after the fact, and things are really ugly. Ideas on how we can; 1. Check on those neighbors [well being checks] without getting shot 2. Incorporate them into groups after the fact [logistics, etc]. I have my own ideas, but hearing other ideas is always wise. Hint-- I am also well into comms, but many will not have any form of such communications.
Where did you get your blood type patch from…I’m tired of buying the cheaply made ones from Amazon I need one that’ll actually hold up longer than a month without the threads coming completely apart.
Maybe you could paint one...
Would it be a good idea to have a primary loadout in a different pattern than the feds and a secondary loadout that is say multicam with your state flag patches? I'm sure in some states your state defense force and/or national guard will be friendlies. Or in case of foreign invasion even the feds will be allies.
I’m speaking from a individual standpoint not a organization. I live in rual Appalachia, I like my flannels and hoodies, I always keep in my truck my camo blouse and bush hat to wear if I want to disappear in the woods. I have two packs, one for deep woods and a non tactical day pack that anyone would wear hiking, when I go to public areas such as parks etc. . Although I don’t do it no one pays attention to full camo wear around my neck of the woods.
Just remember, if you look like a combatant(camo, operator helmet, chest rig, plate carrier, etc.)...means you look like a combatant, ie. a big friggin target. Don't be a target.
Good points, but if you DO get into a fight, as a combatant you should try to conform to the Int'l Rules of War: Geneva Conventions, otherwise you could be a war criminal.
@@pop401k does the GC pertain to "unlawful/unprivileged combatants"? Yes. As long as you're not considered a saboteur/spie by the local command you're protected under GC 3&4 for the most part. You better be a good self-lawyer. Although POWs from Vietnam and the Middle East were treated somewhat well, but the situation could be different as well as the consequences; blending and being considered a civilian would be a benefit rather than being viewed as an "unlawful" combatant. Refer to this pdf I downloaded.
ruclips.net/video/gsiTc2l5EAw/видео.html
@@stansenter2660: Israeli pickles??? Caught in civilian clothes carrying a weapon/explosives... hung as a saboteur/spy by local command. The Convention says you need a uniform or distinctive emblem to be considered lawful.
@@pop401k try this instead: www.icrc.org/en/doc/assets/files/other/irrc_849_dorman.pdf
@@stansenter2660 I give you fair warning, sir. If you mean to make a legal scholar of me, it won't work. What I gained from this basically, is not everyone agrees with the treatment for "unlawful combatants"...and that the 4th Convention extended the protections to nearly anyone participating in hostilities; if not as POW status, at least with minimum protections. I go back to my original post. Do your best to warrant treatment as a bona fide combatant, as shown in 3rd Convention, Article 4.
In rural areas, like Eastern Washington State, various styles of camouflage are every day wear. So that would not be all that useful as a uniform, so some sort of arm band or flag patch would be best
Great video! Could realtree or similar camo fit into a SHTF situation?
It’s definitely possible, and readily available in many states.
Since were also in the middle of the winter season a set of over whites might not be out of the question as well.
imo - you should expect to be flexible. You will be meeting new people, and recomping with/integrating into other groups. People will have made different choices about their equipment.
Our Defense Militia Battalion wears the old Army UCP but each state chooses their own uniform since we are in all 50 states. Best not to wear what the other military branches are wearing that sends the wrong message.
What a nice FBI recruitment video!
Another settlement needs our help. I mark it on your map
I have an idea.
You know how some brands like CQR may sell some clothing that is made of materials and built with a construction that is suited to doing insurgent things while bearing huge resemblance to normal civilian clothing?
Those would be perfect, it would help you go from tacticool angri man to just a normie easily should the need arise, and vice versa, allowing you to be very flexible.
Beholden to psychological fitness or the professional look for a basic bdu?
Cool vid very informative and thanks for sharing!
Reduces/eliminates friendly fire incidents.
You think Multicam gear with neutral civilian clothes are less professionnal than solid colors stuffs ?
I’m not sure which portion of the video you are referring to. However, I stay away from modern multicam, as it is not the standard for local and federal LEO gear. Nor is it very effective with my environment.
@@EverydayCitizensTactical About this passage at 4:50 but you mean local and federal LEO in your country do not wear Multicam ?
@@Skinny-Larperfeds and local Leo wear Multicam in my area
@@EverydayCitizensTacticalSay again? You stay away from it because it IS or ISN’T standard for for LEO and FEDs?
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Fantastic video! I need to get after it.
If you're planning to JOIN a group, see what they require. If you're preparing on your own, get what you deem fit... just make sure it's functional; then get really familiar with it (muscle memory). When the time comes, I doubt any unit will turn you away because you don't have matching outfits.
Helpful information ℹ️
Friendly identifiers should be switched out regularly.
Woodland = fren
Kind of a run what you brung thing when s*** hits the fan it's kind of what you got on I do carry some change of clothes and some gear as well as a rifle and some backup food ammo medical supplies but I didn't know there was a specific uniform that the Minuteman had kind of the camo that works in your environment and what you have on hand
When I was Iraq, I saw a lot of people rolling outside the wire with flight suit type coveralls, and battle rattle. Any thoughts on those?
As irregular forces, likely outnumbered and outgunned, you may want/have to ditch your combat clothing... and make your dee dee. Easy off is a plus.
It was coalition forces wearing the flight suits, not the insurgents. They had street clothes on.
Flight suits are fire retardant which is why dudes in Iraq used them. What with all the IEDs
@@Front-Toward-Enemy makes sense.
I use a XXL shirt Over my kit
@ 4:51 who are those guys?
Hey do you want to be a part of the Brotherhood of steel, I'm trying to make it a real militarial organiztion and I need militiamen that are trained to be soldiers
You look more like a fed with flannel and ranger green than you do in m81 clothes and Multicam plate carriers. Id be more suspicious of the guy in flannel than the guy in m81 no matter what color his gear was.
Any group wearing matching kit will always give off fed boi vibes.
plaid is PNW culture uniform
Were you in the military?
Yes
Uh I think a person with some wear and tear on gear show they use the shit and aint just actors.
Actually since the Modern Minuteman is likely to be your ordinary citizen grabbing his or her trunk/ truck gun the uniform will likely be whatever clothing they're wearing when crap hit the fan locally. Now if they are smart he or she will wear something in muted tones such as in grays. browns, tans, or greens. Nothing flashy including the neon or floresent versions of those colors I mentioned earlier. Even faded blue jeans with a nondiscript shirt and hoodie or jacket would be best. Their gear in the car or truck or on their person should be something normally seen on the street or trail should things go down. It doesn't matter if SHFT is a foreign invadion or localized civil unrest or in much of the nation some sort of natrual disaster. I personally wear OD or Brown for my pants and forest green, kahki tan or brown for my shirts with occasionally wearing faded blue jeans, gray, black or one of the earlier mentioned colors or even dull blue. Reds, oranges and yellows or floresent or neon colors are out.
@ D. L. Hemmingway is everybody now just a minute man? The normal prepared person should legit only be focused about his family’s life, not the community’s, where’s this protect the community thing come from in shtf, you guys all think your Superman or bullet proof, go out like that in a shtf situation your going to get smoked by the first cop or national guard soldier that sees you. Literally the whole premise of being prepared is to preserve your life and your family’s and to protect the supplies you stored to do so. I legit think 90 percent of this “community” is crazy and wants to pretend soldier. Have fun getting shot the first ten minutes into shtf
Stick with the old BDU's for militia. It's easily identifiable and won't be confused with federal troops. Plus the old BDU's are cheap, easily available and it's a good uniform. To distinguish from the leftists, I recommend red duct tape around the right upper arm and helmet- if they're going to call us Red America, let's go with red duct tape.
Never wear a uniform. Wear clothing that allows you to blend back into the populace.
Denim is terrible to wear in the field
Anyone here from Mississippi looking to start something up?
Professionals just mean paid.
A long time ago, before woke, professional meant competent in theirchosen field; someone who knew what they were about.
multicam banana hammock
We currently spend probably over a trillion dollars a year equipping the U.S. Military. More $ than China, Russia, France, Germany, and GB combined. Just who is it you think that you're preparing to fight in building to building urban combat?
...UN Peacekeepers?? Antifa?? Anybody who wants to deprive us of our constitutional rights??
You may be onto something. I think we should wear living room curtains, bath towels, open toe sandals, and carry 70 year old AK's. That was the stuff the last people wore that beat the US.
I think you need to ditch blue jeans asap. If you have ever been paintballing or airsofting in the woods with some blue jean operators they stick out like a sore thumb. Your basic uniform should have some basic camouflage ability. Green shirt and green pants still blends in decently in vegetation. Also think the risk of having a random person happening to wear both green shirt and pants is way less likely than a green shirt and jeans, so you won't accidentally confuse a member for a non-member.
@ Bryan Bergh I think all you fools need to stop worrying about being pretend soldiers lol. None of you are minute men, More than half the country is obese or overweight. Maybe just focus on protecting your family, which is the whole point of being prepared in the first place, not the whole community. But good luck lol
Fed
He might be, but why do you think so?
Everyone is a fed, everyone you know and love, including your wife and child is a fed. Abandon them immediately and live on your own in the forest, except you'll be monitored by the feds not only piloting """"commercial"""" airliners, but satellites taking pictures of youre exact location
But dude. You're NOT "professionals". You are everyday citizens.
Exactly correct: it's not a fashion contest, but Constitution-loving Americans should still strive to uphold it. I refer you to the Second Amendment.
Professionals are the exception, not the rule to standard involvement in warfare. At most points both today and historically professional soldiers were uncommon in wars at best. The professional is not more or less entitled to rights beyond any other person. What they have is earned. Rights are inherent.
IFF SOP 1.1 - Blast Multicam on sight.
Lol
Uniform… no way . Grey man. The other professionals may drop missile on you.. clandestine operations is the best camouflage.
Does the term bandit or war criminal ring a bell? Check out what the International Red Cross Rules of Warfare have to say about "irregular" troops. An armband would be the bare minimum for combatants.
@@pop401k dude what type of shtf fantasy do you imagine where rules of warfare apply? Legit where do you creatures emerge from. 98% of a shtf situation is going to be your normal self defense, there’s not going to be full scale war, and if you think your going to be involved in that during shtf your a fool. The point of being prepared is protecting your family, and your investments you bought before hand to keep you alive until rule of law returns. Please go out in full kit and uniform and patrol, the police and national guard will think your a militia or a gang and either detain you or shoot you.
ECT Dude from Kentucky: You must be a Marine, by use of the term " Cammies" and " Utility Uniform".You Yourself, however, call a ball cap in lieu of the term " Cover 🧢". I Myself AM a Prior Service USMC and US Army Veteran in Tucson, Arizona, and , there is alot of vegetation in this Sonoran Desert 🏜️ in Pima County, and , NOT only do I wear Woodland M81 BDU Cammies and DCU 3 Pattern Desert Cammies, but, I wear alot of Olive Drab Green. 🇺🇸🇺🇲🪖💣💥🇺🇸🇺🇲
I'm thinking that having tattoos on our forearms that are identical to the terrorist in America might not be the best choice. the scream " take me out first!"
Where’s this minute man thing come from, it’s 2023 none of you are minute men, half of you are just board you got out of the military and want to larp. And the other half are to out of shape to even consider doing anything like this. In a actual shtf situation if you go out in full kit like this with your militias because that’s what it is, the national guard is literally just going to shoot you because there going to assume your a threat? If the police don’t first haha, Where’s this defend the community stuff come from? The point of being a prepared person is to preserve you and your family’s life, and the supplies you have to do this. Not go pretend army in the woods
I’m going to put you in my harem of lady boys. What size cat ears do you wear
Alright alright I'll listen to you just please take your hands away from me
If you’re prepping solo, then you’re just a loot drop. Build a team and a community so you have a chance.
@@ab5olut3zero95 since when is a family solo? most preppers have family’s lol, I’ll trust them over “some imaginary group” you guys all claim to have. And if they are real it’s like 4 people haha. All talk about groups but walk around your back yard “patrolling” by yourself in every scenario and training you do, you guys are funny. What’s up with all you guys that think shtf is just going to be gunfights, you guys have a false sense of reality or you like day dreaming. You nerds will be the loot drops, some 18 year old guard soldier is going to smoke you.