The Reason Barbers Are Identified with Garut, There Is a Tragic History Behind It

"The Reason Barbers Are Identified with Garut, It Turns Out There Is a Tragic History Behind It"

"Dream - Garut, a city in West Java, is known not only for its beautiful nature and delicious cuisine but also for its famous barbers. Why are the barbers from Garut so well-known and synonymous with this profession? Perhaps many of us have encountered barbers from Garut. Moreover, their facilities and haircuts also have their own distinctive characteristics. Here is an explanation that may not be widely known by many people."

Many barbers come from Garut, especially those who use the sign "Asgar," which stands for "Asli Garut." This identity reflects their origins.

The Reason Barbers Are Identified with Garut, There Is a Tragic History Behind It

The translation of "Profesi Turun Temurun" to English is "Hereditary Profession."

"Ali, a native Garut barber, explains that many people from Garut choose this profession because it has become a generational family legacy. The skill of cutting hair is taught and passed down from one generation to the next. In the book "The Existence of Asgar Barbers in Bandung City, 1950-2016" by Dedi Junaedi, the origins of the many barbers from Garut are detailed in the book."

The translation of "Sejarah Awal" to English is "Early History".

"During the armed conflict between the separatist movement DI/TII led by S.M. Kartosoewirjo and the TNI, there was a lot of chaos in the Garut region. According to Kees Van Dijk's notes in his book "Darul Islam: A Rebellion", between the years 1953-1956, there were attacks on residents' houses by DI/TII groups. They were searching for supplies and recruiting members in a brutal manner."

The translation of "Warga Banyak yang Mengungsi" to English is "Many Residents are Evacuating."

As a result of this chaos, thousands of residents from Garut, including those from the Banyuresmi area, have fled to safer cities, one of which is Bandung. Many of them, who were previously farmers, now have to look for new jobs in the city. They have transitioned to becoming traders, construction workers, shoe repair services, and also barbers.

The translation of "Profesi Paling Menjanjikan" to English is "Most Promising Professions."

"Among these new professions, becoming a barber is the most promising due to high demand. Men, who are the main target market, always need haircut services to tidy up their hair. Moreover, men's hair is typically short, so even a little length will definitely have them looking for a barber."

The translation of "Tak Perlu Modal Besar" to English is "No Need for Large Capital."

"Moreover, this profession does not require a large capital and can be done in various places, including under a shady tree. Hairdressers from Garut also always keep up with the latest hair style trends to meet various customer demands."

The translation of "Istilah 'Asgar'" to English is "The term 'Asgar'".

The expertise and mobility of the Garut migrants in the hairdressing profession have made their services widely known in urban areas since the colonial era. From here also emerged the term "Asgar," which indicates barbers originally from Garut.

The translation of "Warisan dari Generasi ke Generasi" to English is "Heritage from Generation to Generation".

The text translates to: "Barbers from Garut are widely known due to their long history, family traditions, and their mobility in seeking opportunities in other cities. This profession has become part of the identity and cultural heritage of Garut, which continues to be passed down from generation to generation. Their trained skills and good service make barbers from Garut valued wherever they are."

"Even the quality of friendly and professional service becomes an added value that makes them highly sought after. The identity of "Asgar" serves as a marker of their quality and expertise in the world of haircuts."

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