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that for more than 50 years, Chicago Public Schools required that Male Students be nude while attending Swimming Classes. Female students were allowed to wear swimsuits.

Jun 15, 2022•1 min read

Fun Fact: that for more than 50 years, Chicago Public Schools required that Male Students be nude while attending Swimming Classes. Female students were allowed to wear swimsuits.

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