Thursday, February 5, 2015

2/5.. Discussed 50's Culture

Rd. pg. 9-10 of textbook and described why the 1950's were considered "Happy Days."

(Some of what we discussed in class. Getting notes from other students would be valuable.)

Consumerism
-More money, more purchases.
-Say goodbye to frugality!

-Mass-produced Suburbia
William Levitt & Levittowns

-Children are welcome!
(Baby Boom)

-GI Bill: Loans to for small businesses, stipends for education, and unemployment compensation for veterans.


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