In the late 1930s and early 1940s, the United States was rocked by a series of racial riots known as the Zoot Suit Riots. The riots were sparked by the introduction of the zoot suit, a style of clothing popular in European and Latin American cultures that many African-American men adopted.
In this video, we'll take a look at the history of the Zoot Suit Riots and how they impacted fashion. We'll explore the impact the riots had on fashion and the way the public viewed African Americans. We'll also look at some of the enduring fashion trends that were spawned from the riots.
By understanding the history of the Zoot Suit Riots, you'll be better able to appreciate the importance
Remembering the Zoot Suit Riots and Fashion, 1930s 1940s
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