Pogonotrophy (fancy terminology for the growing of facial hair) is a somewhat peculiar event in a guy's life. It symbolizes virility, masculinity and can contribute a major sense of macho pride.
Here’s a short list of memorable facial hair and the memorable men who sported it. Some of these styles are forever linked to periods of time, some to gifted entertainers and one style, a reminder of a man’s accomplishments.
General Ambrose Burnside
General Ambrose Burnside
Throughout his life General Ambrose Burnside sported a clean shaven chin with full, bushy chops that grew into his mustache. It was a questionable look that was eventually named after him… the term “sideburns” is a take on the infamous Union Army General’s last name. Seriously. Now, if that doesn’t solidify you as an icon of men’s facial hair, nothing does.
