British army goes into fashion

London - The British army is preparing to mount an assault on civvy-street fashion with a new range of designer clothing

London - The British army is preparing to mount an assault on civvy-street fashion with a new range of designer clothing. Fleece jackets, combat trousers and rugby shirts bearing the service's slogan "Be The Best" will be on sale later this year.

It is part of the army's latest rebranding offensive to make itself more attractive to potential recruits.

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