Russian Stripe Shirt - green or "Telnyashka" represents a unique piece of military clothing. green color is typically identified with Border Guard Units. Along with the green stripe telnyashka the units will wear green Berets and their dress hats will have a green felt.
The Stripe Shirt has a long history going back to early days of French Navy, Caribbean Pirates and Russian-Japanese battles of the late 19th - early 20th century. The word "Telnyashka" comes from the Russian word "telo" - which means "body". Indeed, the navy shirt lives up to this name and is affectionately called "telnyashka" to symbolize its body-glove quality.
Telnyashka became so popular over the years that you will often see serious backpackers and outdoorsmen wear it on a daily basis.
The Long Sleeve Stripe Shirt comes available in various colors that are popular among various branches of the Russian Military. green is the color for the Border Guards, who will rival any elite force in the world.
Regardless of the color you choose - wear stripe shirt with honor and with respect for all those that shed their blood defending the good cause.
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