In ancient times, underpants were worn by gladiators to protect their modesty while fighting in the arena. They were usually made of leather and had a rather fetching shade of plaid.
Underpants in the Renaissance
During the Renaissance, underpants were worn by artists to protect their pants while painting masterpieces.
Modern Underpants
Today, underpants are worn by people to protect their behinds from the harsh glare of society.