More on the history of Capoeira…are you ready? I hope so. This part is the dark side. After the abolishment of slavery, most of the slaves speadout through the cities of Brazil. But wil no real education or means of employment many of then joined or formed gangs. To me think has some similarities to todays culture. Most kids in gangs joined or started then for a sense of belonging or because they had no where else to go. Ok back to the history! Since Capoeira was soo deeply rooted in their lives the slave continued practicing while in their gangs. So unfortunately Capoeira was linked to criminal activities and anti government thoughts. As a result Capoeira was outlawed in Brazil in 1892. It was virtually wiped from exsistance, the government tried to erase all history of the art and punished all who still practiced. But alas the strength, passion, and art of Capoeira continued to flourish, just underground. Aah another thought for the day. Can you name any other forms of expression that were seen as rebellious and not necessarily outlawed but banned by most media? We will answer that next time. Til then, be blessed comrades!
September 28, 2006...5:01 pm
History Of Capoeira Part 2
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