Kilted Postman...

[Tattoo Bradley]

Hm... I think that reasoning is just a little too circular, Bradley. Just because a uniform is a uniform does not mean that it cannot be subject to periodic updating. And the US government does so often enough. To wit:

US Navy 1899


US Army 1899

Regards,
Rex.

Good points Rex. However, I think it's important to note that the dress uniforms, as Todd somewhat referred to, still hold some of the traditional aspects of those shown. As far as battle dress uniforms or utility uniforms etc, those updates are in the most part to adapt and evolve with changing needs and function as technology and warfare move on. So, I think comparing the updating of military uniforms to whether USPS uniforms should take on a new take of the kilt is a bit apples and oranges. I'm sure there are a few who think OD Green UKs should be instituted for the US Army. But, I somehow see that as even less likely than the USPS adapting these. Also, it should be noted that the USPS uniform has certainly been updated over the years.

Here is a good comparison to go with your 1899 Army and Navy uniform pictures: The USPS uniform as worn in 1894:



Several pictures of the evolving USPS uniforms can be seen on the USPS site, here.