Black history – Head raps
The history of head wraps (also known as head ties or turbans) among Black
women dates back to slavery in America, but their origins trace back even
further to West Africa where they were symbols of status and identity. During
slavery in America (1619-1865), head wraps became both a practical necessity
and a form of cultural resistance. They were initially forced upon enslaved women as a symbol of oppression, Continue reading “Black history – Head raps”