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British Subcultures
Theresa Pältz
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Youth subcultures in post-war Britain
Teddy Boys (1950s)
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There were also Teddy Girls, mainly young working-class women from the poorer districts of London. They usually left school at 14 or 15 and worked in the factories.
Mods (1960s)
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Mods were also known for taking amphetamines (drugs) to be able to dance all night long. This drug was still legal in the 60s.
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Hippies (1960s-70s)
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Many Hippies were drawn to religions like Hinduism, Buddhism, Wicca and occult practices. During that time yoga became known in Western societies.
Skinheads (1960s-80s)
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Various genres, such as Two Tone, ska, R&B, reggae, punk, Oi!, heavy metal
The Skinheads scene gained notoriety for their behaviour at football matches, which later led to the Hooligan scene.
Punks (1970s)
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"Straight Edge" is a philosophy of punk in which people don't consume tobacco, alcohol and other drugs. It's a reaction to the excesses of punk subculture.