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The British Teddy Boy subculture emerged in the 1950s, inspired by Edwardian fashion and American rock and roll. Characterized by young men donning flamboyant clothing, the movement originated in London and quickly spread across the UK. Teddy Boys were pivotal in defining teenage identity, distinct from earlier youth groups. The release of the film "Blackboard Jungle" sparked riots among Teddy Boys, symbolizing their cultural influence and energy. This rebellious spirit marked a significant shift in British youth culture, paving the way for future subcultures.
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Teddy boys ♫The British Teddy Boy (also known as Ted) subculture is typified by young men wearing clothes that were partly inspired by the styles worn by dandies in the Edwardian period, styles which Savile Row tailors had attempted to re-introduce in Britain after World War II. The subculture started in London in the 1950s, and rapidly spread across the UK, soon becoming strongly associated with American rock and roll. ♫Although there had been youth groups with their own dress codes called scuttlers in 19th century Manchester and Liverpool, Teddy Boys were the first youth group in England to differentiate themselves as teenagers, helping create a youth market. The US film Blackboard Jungle marked a watershed in the United Kingdom. When shown in Elephant and Castle, south London in 1956, the teenage Teddy boy audience began to riot, tearing up seats and dancing in the cinema's aisles. After that, riots took place around the country wherever the film was shown.
