It wasn't until the was developed and despite its co-existence alongside English, a user would be hard-pressed to sign with a British person. Find out about the independent evolution of sign language in the U.S. and how intuitively sensible it is.
Josh and Chuck dive into the fascinating world of sign language, focusing primarily on American Sign Language (ASL) and discovering it's far more complex and diverse than most people realize. They explore the rich history of deaf communities, from ancient mistreatment to the development of unique regional sign languages like Martha's Vineyard Sign Language, and learn how ASL has its own grammar, syntax, and cultural etiquette that's completely independent from English. The guys also cover different types of sign languages used in the U.S., international signing efforts, and even touch on baby sign language, revealing just how sophisticated and varied this form of communication really is.
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