Afros
Dublin Core
Title
Afros
Subject
Afros were a popular statement of political activism during the counterculture movement.
Description
Afros were seen as a symbol of African Americans and soon became a sign of political activism after they became popular. They were considered a break to the expected standards defined by European beauty. Afros typically began in historically black colleges and universities. They received both positive and negative feedback from both white and black people.
Source
https://www.haikudeck.com/1960s-counterculture-uncategorized-presentation-zoLIlrQAIG#slide22
http://fashion-history.lovetoknow.com/body-fashions/afro-hairstyle
http://fashion-history.lovetoknow.com/body-fashions/afro-hairstyle
Date
1960s-1970s
Contributor
BFM
Files
Collection
Citation
“Afros,” exhibits, accessed February 2, 2023, https://digilab.libs.uga.edu/exhibits/items/show/464.
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