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2: Zoot Suit Riots

2021/6/9
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The Zoot Suit Riots began in Los Angeles during World War II, influenced by racial tensions and the cultural expression of Mexican-American youth through zoot suits.

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On this week’s episode, Bailey explores the story behind the Zoot Suit Riots of 1943 in Los Angeles alongside an Historical Expert, Professor Pagan. Together, they discuss race relations in the US during this period, Zoot Suit inspiration from Jazz culture and the implications that the riots have even today! We also would love to thank our sponsors. Apostrophe: Save $15 off your first visit with a board-certified dermatologist at apostrophe.com/darkhistory) and use code, DARKHISTORY. StitchFix: 30% off when you keep everything with stitchfix.com/darkhistory). Scentbird: 30% off your first month with scentbird.com/darkhistory).