Mudcat Café message #609638

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Thread #42079 Message #609638
Posted By: Wesley S
14-Dec-01 - 10:45 AM
Thread Name: BS: Of Brass Monkeys and Balls
Subject: RE: BS: Of Brass Monkeys and Balls

My understanding is that the Navy Blazer that we are all forced to wear at some time or other comes from the HMS Blazer - a ship back in the 1800's. The officers were expected to wear coats of dark blue with brass buttons. Hence - the Navy Blazer.