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9.6K views · 307 reactions | There was a time in Louisiana when speaking French wasn’t allowed. Many of their grandparents and great-grandparents were punished in schools for using the language. Teachers told them to speak only English, and over time, families stopped passing the language down out of fear and shame. What was once spoken with pride in homes, churches, and communities slowly began to fade #Louisiana #cajun #French | The Bearded Backpacker | Facebook

I have never heard an accurate representation of any southern Louisiana accent (Cajun/Creole) by a non-native. For whatever reason, it seems to be inimitable. Especially because it varies from town to town. This little series will be an attempt to capture some of the linguistic variety in our region’s English and French, starting in my own community, St Martin Parish. Real Louisiana accents, not the exaggerations done for comedic effect. There are several others across the state that sound compl

"An impassioned ambassador for Cajun music and culture, fiddler and singer Dewey Balfa (1927-1992) was a driving force in the revival of traditional Cajun music. Raised 125 miles northwest of the great port city of New Orleans, the Balfa family inherited the rich legacy of songs, tunes, tales, and traditions of Louisiana's French-speaking Cajun community. In performance, Balfa introduced the vibrant sound of Cajun music to countless people around the world. Through his role as a musical ambassad

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Un autre bonne @festsacadiens !! #vistaculture #louisiana #french #music #revolution #cajun #creole #culture #party #festival #happy #people #musique #français #visitlouisiana #ouuaaiiisss | Jourdan Thibodeaux