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Wide Boys and V-Girls: A Glossary of Historical Teen Personas

Posted on March 7, 2016 by Ken Dowell

During WWII with men off to war and women off to the factories Victory Girls made their contribution to the war effort by entertaining soldiers and sailors. Continue reading →

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The History of Teens as Told Through Their Music

Posted on February 28, 2016 by Ken Dowell

The history of teen personas, of teenage style and teenage lifestyle, is always associated with if not defined by the music of the era. Continue reading →

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