Why does today’s Chilean army still maintain the clothing style of Nazi Germany during World War II?

That depends on the whereabouts of some German Nazis after the end of World War II. Chile is a South American country. At that time, Germany was defeated and Hitler committed suicide. Many Nazi officers at the time fled to South American countries, especially Chile. So why were the notorious Germans

Wouldn’t Congress be rejected if he fled to South America?

First, historical reasons.

Germans began to immigrate to the Americas very early (the largest number in the United States are Germans) and have always had a great influence on the local politics, economy and culture. Many high-level leaders of countries are Germans, so they will be more likely to accept their own people.

Second, most of the leadership is German.

South America did not join World War II, so the citizens did not have much resistance to the arrival of the Germans. On the contrary, because many of the country's leaders are Germans, such as the German military commander-in-chief, many German traditions have been formed in the country.

Everything is taken for granted, and once a tradition is formed, it is not easy to change, so when the military uniforms imitate Germany, I don't think it will happen.

Third, sympathize with Germany.

Because Germany was defeated in World War I, lost a lot of money, and ceded many overseas colonies and its own land, so the Germans in a foreign land were powerless. Once a leader led Germany on the road to a strong military and restoration of the country, they felt that

Those who are very supportive of Hitler expressed a pity that Hitler failed in the end. Otherwise, Germany would be very likely to realize its wish and regain its glory, so they imitated military uniforms, maybe taking history as a lesson. Thank you for your invitation. Indeed, the military uniform style and helmet style are all thick.

It has a strong German flavor. This is no accident. It must be closely related to Germany!

Chile is a South American country. Many people in Chile are descendants of Germans from the colonial period. They have always had close relations with their hometown of Germany. During World War II, they had very good relations with Hitler and the Axis Powers.

Military uniforms and weapons were aided by Germany, but they did not participate in World War II. The government and army were not transformed by the Allies, so the military's clothing specifications have been retained.

Just like what is often said in online games: being strong is a matter of a while, being handsome is a matter of a lifetime.

The Nazis did put a lot of effort into image building and propaganda.

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How similar are the uniforms of the Chilean army to those of German soldiers during World War II?

You can take a look at the two comparison pictures below: Look at the military uniforms of Chilean soldiers: It is full of Prussian style!

Please compare the helmets in the first and second pictures. Are they similar?

The military helmets equipped by Chilean soldiers are still imitations of the German M35/M42 helmets from the Second World War.

Moreover, Chilean troops still use German standards in military drills, and they also play Prussian goose-stepping during the military parade.

The explanation given by many people for Chile being so "Germanized" is that after the defeat of Nazi Germany during World War II, many Nazis were unwilling to stay in Germany to face trial, so they fled to South America.

South America was not affected by the war, and the local people did not have too much resistance. These Nazis were able to survive here.

It is rumored that more than 9,000 Nazis in Japan fled to Chile after Germany's defeat.

Some of these Nazis who fled to Chile lived a low-key life incognito, while some Nazis did not change their true colors and accepted high-profile employment from the Chilean government as government personnel or military advisers.

The arrival of these Nazis also brought German-style dress and systems to the Chilean army.

But in fact, the "Germanization" of the Chilean army began in World War II, but dates back to the 19th century.

In the 1870s, a major event occurred in Europe. France, the then European hegemon, and the Kingdom of Prussia fought!

This war is the famous Franco-Prussian War!

The Franco-Prussian War ended with the victory of the Kingdom of Prussia. Not only did France suffer heavy losses, but even the French Emperor Napoleon III was captured and made a prisoner.

Not only that, this war also allowed Prussia to unify all German states and establish the German Empire.

The establishment of the German Empire also announced the change of European land hegemony. Germany replaced France as the new European land hegemon.

The Franco-Prussian War had a profound impact not only on France and Germany, but also on other countries in the world at that time.

After the Franco-Prussian War, there was a popular saying in the world: "After the war, all countries' military caps had an extra spike!" (Prussian Pointed Hat) Influenced by the Franco-Prussian War, many countries began to imitate Germany's military organization and even military uniforms.

Style, Chile also introduced German braiding and Prussian goose during this period.