The book talks about the rebellious youth who refused to accept the racialized norms of segregated America and the role of fashion in challenging those norms.
these youths refuse to accept the racialized norms of segregated America with their flashy ensembles, distinct slang, extra cash generated by a booming war economy and rebellious attitude. Pachucos an...
— Episode: 233 - Free Range Children
Episode: 233 - Free Range Children
The book talks about the rebellious youth who refused to accept the racialized norms of segregated America and the role of fashion in challenging those norms.
these youths refuse to accept the racialized norms of segregated America with their flashy ensembles, distinct slang, extra cash generated by a booming war economy and rebellious attitude. Pachucos and pachucas participated in a spectacular subculture and threatened the social order by visibly occupying spaces, public spaces.