The afro comb: not just an accessory but a cultural icon
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Origins of the Afro Comb: 6,000 years of culture, politics and identity
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The Afro: quite a symbol, magazine
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The Raised Fist Afro Comb: Untold's Museum of Artifacts That Made America
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Why the Afro comb is not just a styling tool but a symbol of black pride and identity - Face2Face Africa
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