Which military organization first established a standardized global merchandise licensing program that allowed civilian companies to produce officially branded products?

Throughout military history, various armies and defense organizations have created branded merchandise, promotional items, and retail strategies that have become iconic or influential. This poll tests your knowledge about the corporate history and product marketing strategies of military organizations across different eras. From ancient Roman legions to modern military branches, how well do you know the history of military merchandising and branding?

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The U.S. Marine Corps (1925)
The British Royal Navy (1937)
The U.S. Army (1941)
The Soviet Red Army (1943)