Step into the untold story of American cultural history as we unravel Henry Ford’s campaign to promote square dancing. The disturbing history behind a beloved tradition - how Henry Ford's racist views made square dancing an American staple. This video sheds light on Ford’s lesser-known agenda: his attempt to counter jazz, a genre he associated with moral decay and a Jewish conspiracy. Join host Bruce Anthony in uncovering the prejudiced agenda that pushed jazz-hating Ford to pour money into square dance radio and clubs in the 1920s, ultimately embedding it into school curriculums nationwide. What does the bigoted past of this "wholesome" dance say about the values embedded in beloved American traditions? Tune in to explore the institutional racism permeating even our most nostalgic pastimes.
We dive deep into how Ford, the renowned automotive tycoon, used his influence to reshape the cultural landscape. By promoting square dancing, a dance form he deemed ‘wholesome’ and ‘white’, Ford aimed to combat the popularity of jazz.
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CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction to Henry Ford's Influence
0:40 - Henry Ford's Impact on Square Dancing
6:10 - Conclusion of Ford's Hidden Agenda
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