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Long Johns, Dirty Dave and the Bird Cage

by | May 5, 2023 | Ask the Marshall

What did cowboys wear as underwear?  Ethan Cooperrider Coulee City, Washington Long johns were first introduced into England in the 17th century, but they did not become popular as sleepwear and underwear until the 18th century. They were named long johns in the 19th century after American box


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