Sam Browne belt
clothing
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A Sam Browne belt is a leather belt worn with a dress uniform. It is distinguished by a strap that passes over the right shoulder, providing support for the belt. This type of belt is also known simply as a Sam Browne. The design is named after Sir Samuel James Browne, a British army officer, and it was first used in 1915. It is sometimes referred to as a bandolier or baldric.12
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