Military Lanyard Whistle Cord

A military lanyard whistle cord is a specific type of shoulder cord used in
many armed forces, primarily as a functional and ceremonial accessory.
Here’s a detailed breakdown:

1. Purpose

Functional: Traditionally, it was used to carry a whistle for military
police, band leaders, or officers, keeping it easily accessible.

Ceremonial/Decorative: Today, many lanyards are primarily worn for dress
uniforms to denote rank, unit, or service distinction.

2. Design

Material: Usually made of braided cord, often in colors corresponding to a
branch, regiment, or corps. Materials can include silk, cotton, or
synthetic fibers.

Structure:

Loops over the shoulder.

One end may have a metal hook or ring to attach a whistle.

The cord is often braided or twisted for durability and aesthetic appeal.

3. Types

Single-color lanyard: One solid color, sometimes indicating a specific
branch.

Multi-color/striped lanyard: Represents a unit or special qualification.

Braided/corded patterns: Varying thickness and style, often more
decorative.

4. Placement

Typically worn over the right or left shoulder, depending on military
tradition.

It hangs across the chest, with the whistle or attachment accessible near
the breast pocket.

5. Examples in Use

British Army: Certain regiments wear colored lanyards as part of ceremonial
dress.

U.S. Military: Military police or drum majors often wear lanyard cords
attached to whistles.

Other Commonwealth forces: Similar usage in dress uniforms for formal
parades and ceremonies.

If you want, I can make a visual guide showing a military lanyard whistle
cord with its parts and placement on the uniform—it’s really handy for
identification. Do you want me to do that?

Minimum Order: 100 pieces

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