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Los Angeles Chapter, Links, Inc. 1970 Cotillionettes

Item

Source
Links, Inc., Atlanta Chapter Records
Creator
Links, Inc.
Title
Los Angeles Chapter, Links, Inc. 1970 Cotillionettes
Date
1970
Description
Group portrait of the 1970 Cotillionettes presented by the Los Angeles Chapter of Links, Inc., shown in a formal page from the 20th Annual Cotillion booklet. The young African American participants are dressed in white debutante gowns and gloves, seated and standing in a staged arrangement that reflects the elegance, discipline, and ceremonial traditions of cotillion culture. The event introduced twenty-six young women in a program celebrating refinement, education, and community leadership.
Type
Image
Subject
African American girls
Debutantes
Cotillions
Links, Inc.
African American social traditions
Formal dress
Youth social events
Format
Booklet page with black-and-white photograph.
Rights
This image is made available for research and educational use. Reproduction or publication requires permission from the Auburn Avenue Research Library on African American Culture and History.
Rights Holder
Links, Inc.

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