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Judge declined to halt ban on religious articles in Marine boot camp
The Marine Corps, unlike other services, does not allow religious articles of faith in recruit training, such as a Sikh beard or turban.
By Todd South
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A Sikh Marine is now allowed to wear a turban in uniform
Here's why the religious exemption didn't go far enough, he says.
By Philip Athey
Navy regs update religious headgear in uniform, provides rules for beard chits
Sikh sailors are now allowed to wear turbans, unless they interfere with protective gear.
Air Force officially OKs beards, turbans, hijabs for religious reasons
In recent yeas, the Air Force has increasingly granted airman waivers to dress and groom themselves in accordance with their religious beliefs.
Beard and turban approved for Sikh airman
For the first time, the Air Force has granted a Sikh airman permission to wear a turban, beard and long hair, following the practices of his faith.
By Kristine Froeba
By the beard of Zeus — Canadian military OKs facial hair
The move is part of a recruiting effort to make joining the Canadian Armed Forces a more appealing option for the general public.
By Jon Simkins