For many years very young boys wore dresses, graduating to to pants, or “breeches”, when they could keep themselves cleaner. This was called “breeching.” This outfit was supposedly worn by a son of “Boss Tweed,” a well-known 19th century politician and New York State senator.
Boy’s Suit. Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association, American Centuries. https://americancenturies.org/collection/1957-02/. Accessed on October 16, 2024.
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