Answer:
Minute men and militia were citizen soldiers and did not have uniforms. When they showed up for duty,
they wore their own clothes, over which they carried their weapons and equipment. When they were called
out to serve, they had to have enough ammunition, food, water, and other items of comfort (blanket, extra
clothing etc.) for at least one day’s service
British soldiers, on the other hand, always wore uniforms. This allowed them to tell friend from foe - - but
why RED? Well, for one thing, it looked good and added to the frightening appearance of the army in battle.
ALSO, Battlefields in the 1700’s were smoky, confusing places. Red uniforms made it easier for British officers to see their men through the smoke of battle. As a result, they were better able to control the action, and
could avoid shooting their own troop
