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In Uniform

The history and evolution of well-known uniforms

World Service,4 episodes

Episodes

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Doctors and Nurses
The cultural evolution the doctor's long white coat and the nurse's A-line dress
06 Jun 1992,13 mins
Barristers
Why did British barristers start wearing a wig and gown? And why do they still do it?
16 Jun 1992,13 mins
Air Hostess
The history of the air hostess uniform from maid-like to glamorous
21 Jun 1992,13 mins
Religious Uniform
Do they bring the wearer closer to God or distance them from their congregation?
26 Jun 1992,13 mins