Bundeswehr Retro Cycling Jerseys

The Bundeswehr Retro Cycling Jerseys artwork became iconic,and tops sporting this emblem were hot army surplus store chic, back there in the 80's - was that reeally that long ago!
As ever with Retro - great artwork meets history meets performance athletic apparel allowing you to take it all along on your own two wheeled adventures. Beautifully sublimated graphics on high quality Euro-Mesh moisture wicking fabric. This jersey has a 3/4 length (19") hidden zipper and three roomy pockets at the rear for those carry on essentials.

The Bundeswehr (Federal Defence Force) was founded in November of 1955 and comprises the unified armed forces of Germany alongwith their civil administration and procurement authorities. The individual States of Germany are not allowed to maintain armed forces of their own, since the Basic Law of Germany states that matters of defence are the sole responsibility of the Federal government. The Bundeswehr has 247,100 active troops. Of these 188,112 are professional soldiers, 25,566 18�25-year-old conscripts who serve for at least nine months under current laws, and 33,417 Volunteer conscripts serving a longer military service. In addition the Bundeswehr has approximately 350,000 reserve personel. Women have served in the medical service since 1975. From 1993 to 2000, they were also allowed to serve as enlisted personnel and non-commissioned officers. Since 2001 they can now serve in all functions of service without restriction, but they are not subject to conscription. There are presently around 14,500 women on active duty and a number of female reservists who take part in all duties including peacekeeping missions and other operations.