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The main reason boys were required to wear breeches, particularly in school, was to facilitate the administration of flogging (corporal punishment). Breeches were made of a thicker material than trousers, and were generally worn direct against the skin, with no underware. They could therefore be easily slipped down in order to expose the buttocks for punishment (i.e. Birching) without the inconvenience of having to deal with underware as well. When a boy was to be punished he simply knelt down on the flogging block, slipped his breeches down to his thighs and bent forward. Boys were flogged on a daily basis at 1700s schools, and breeches made the whole process quicker and more efficient.
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What did boys wear in the 1700s?
a coat and breeches
What was English clothing in the 1700s?
They were breeches and petticoats, tri-corns and wigs, and many others.
What kind of clothing did Rhode Island wear?
Boys wore a plain white shirt and leather breeches, the boys also had 1 dark suit for church. Women wore gowns.
Do most English horseback riders wear breeches?
Yes, most English horseback riders wear breeches. Breeches are designed specifically for riding as they provide comfort, flexibility, and protection while on horseback. They help prevent chafing and offer a better grip in the saddle.
Can you wear green breeches in horse showsI'm showing at a fair in English pleasure and jumping classes.i have dark grren brownish color of breeches can i wear them?
no only wear cream and white jodphurs
What did the slaves wear in the 1700s?
rags
What did European explorers wear in the 1700s?
wewerfewr
Where can one purchase breeches online?
If an individual is seeking riding wear for equestrian sport, they can find breeches in a number of places online and in stores. One of the easiest and most well known places online to locate breeches is Amazon, they have a variety of brands and sizes.
What did women wear in the 1600s and 1700s?
They wore clothes!
What did rich men wear in the 1600s?
breeches,coats,codpieces,ruffs,doublet,swadling,hose,pettecoats
Can you show jumping in black riding breeches?
No. You must wear beige riding pants with tall boots.
What did loyalists wear?
Loyalists women would wear dresses, corsets, and petticoats to keep warm. Loyalists men would wear trousers, or breeches, shirts and a waist coat.
