Early Adoption of Union Jack Pyjamas

A Brief History

In 1856, British sailors were issued Union Jack pyjamas as part of their standard-issue uniform. The idea was to promote team spirit and national pride.

Key Dates:

1856: Union Jack pyjamas issued to British sailors.
1875: First recorded instance of a sailor being demoted for wearing his Union Jack pyjamas to bed.
1900: Union Jack pyjamas become a staple in every British sailor's wardrobe.

Interesting Facts:

Union Jack pyjamas were made of the same material as the Union Jack flag.
They were designed to be worn in both the day and night, but only for special occasions.
In 1950, the British Navy stopped issuing Union Jack pyjamas, but they still exist in some private collections.