Stuff You Missed in History Class Levi Strauss
Aug 8, 2018
Levi Strauss, associated with the California Gold Rush, the U.S. Civil War, and American clothing culture, is discussed. Topics include his business ties to these events, his vision for San Francisco, his journey to the city, involvement in politics and business, formation of Union Committee of 34 and Home Guard, and the invention of riveted pants.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
Regulations, Exemptions, and Emigration: The Strauss Family's Journey
04:59 • 5min
Levi Strauss's Journey to San Francisco
09:44 • 7min
Involvement in Politics, Financial Loss, and Business Expansion
17:09 • 3min
Formation of Union Committee of 34 and Home Guard
20:20 • 7min
The Invention of Riveted Pants
27:02 • 21min
Advertisement Segment
48:19 • 2min