A British Warm,British Air Forces 1914-18 by Andrew Cormack and Peter Cormack, Wellingborough: Osprey (2001), 5. British warmMerriam-Webster: British warm or British Warm overcoat is a type of woollen overcoat based on the greatcoats worn by British Army officers in the First World War. at www.h-huntsman.com. Retrieved 10 Feb 2015
History The British Warm first appeared around 1914 as a military greatcoat for British officers. It was made famous, however, by Winston Churchill.The British Warm Overcoat at britishwarm.com. Retrieved 10 Feb 2015 According to Scottish clothmakers Crombie, the term "British Warm" was coined to describe their version of the coat worn by around 10% of British soldiers and officers.Crombie Heritage at www.crombie.co.uk. Retrieved 10 Feb 2015 It is currently the only authorised overcoat for serving British Army officers.British Army Dress Regulations (FOI, 2017). Accessed 9 December 2017.
Characteristics A British Warm is typically a heavy, double-breasted wool coat made from a 100% wool cloth known as Melton. It is taupe-coloured, has peak lapels and leather buttons, often has epaulettes, and is slightly shaped. It falls just above the knee, and is sometimes belted.
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