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Julia Ornelas-Higdon, "The Grapes of Conquest: Race, Labor, and the Industrialization of California Wine, 1769–1920" (U Nebraska Press, 2023)
Julia Ornelas-Higdon, "The Grapes of Conquest: Race, Labor, and the Industrialization of California Wine, 1769–1920" (U Nebraska Press, 2023)
Julia Ornelas-Higdon, "The Grapes of Conquest: Race, Labor, and the Industrialization of California Wine, 1769–1920" (U Nebraska Press, 2023)
Saturday 3rd February 2024
Discover the untold stories behind California's wine industry with Dr. Julia Ornelas-Higdon. Explore race, labour, and industrialisation from 1769–1920.
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Episode Overview
- California's wine industry was built amid social turmoil and racial violence.
- Chinese immigrants played a crucial role in building infrastructure for vineyards.
- Spanish missions used wine for religious purposes, excluding natives from its consumption.
- German immigrant winemakers helped modernise and racially 'whiten' the industry.
- The history challenges romanticised views of California wine country.
California natives were strictly forbidden from enjoying any wine, which is literally the fruit of their labours
Ever wondered about the untold stories behind California's famous wine country? In this episode of 'New Books in Drugs, Addiction and Recovery,' Dr. Miranda Melcher chats with Dr. Julia Ornelas-Higdon about her book, 'The Grapes of Conquest: Race, Labor, and the Industrialization of California Wine, 1769–1920.' The conversation sheds light on the complex history of California's wine industry, revealing how it was built amid social upheaval and racial violence. Dr.
Ornelas-Higdon delves into the significant roles played by diverse groups, including Chinese immigrants and Native Californians, in the development of this now-iconic industry. From the Spanish missions' early reliance on wine for religious purposes to the transformation during Mexican rule and the boomtown era of the Gold Rush, you'll get a comprehensive look at how California's vineyards evolved. The episode also touches on the exclusionary practices that kept certain groups from enjoying the fruits of their labour, literally and figuratively.
With anecdotes about German immigrant winemakers and the unexpected agricultural roots of tech headquarters, this discussion is both enlightening and engaging. If you're curious about the historical intricacies that shaped modern agribusiness and the socio-political dynamics of early California, this episode is a must-listen. Don't miss out on these fascinating stories that challenge our romanticised views of wine country.