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Decade - 1950s
The 1950s was the decade that started on January 1, 1950, and ended on December 31, 1959. The most notable events in the 1950s include the Korean War (1950-1953) and the launch of the satellite, "Sputnik 1" (1957).
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What was the intense rivalry between Russia and the US in the years after World War 2 called?
The cold war
What help lead to US economic growth in the 1950's?
U.S industries doing very well helped economic growth in the 1950s.
How many acres were devoted to farmland in early 1950's?
In the early 1950s, approximately 1.2 billion acres were devoted to farmland in the United States. This marked a peak in the amount of farmland in the country before a gradual decline began due to urbanization and other factors.
Was Gabriel Faure's musical composition Pavanne 50 used in any Foyle's War episodes?
yes, it is in the opening credits.
What important historical world events happened before 1950?
The Great Depression, World War 1, World War 2, Columbus discovered America (1492, WAY back), the Civil War (more American than World), LOTS of other wars. I don't really know anymore but that will get you started. (Try inventions, too)
The invention of penicillin, the internal combustion engine, the telephone, the harnessing of electricity, the dilution of the power of the church over western society. the beginning of the dismantling of the colonial system used by Europe to loot other country's of the world dismantling of the the list goes on forever.
Was there airplains in the 1950's?
Yes, airplanes had been around for quite a long time by the 1950s. The first airplane flight occurred back in 1903.
Was there a board game in the 1950's called Going Hollywood?
Yes, I have this board game, but it is actually copywrited 1941.
Which performer was a successful cover artist in the 1950s?
Elvis Presley covered a song by an African American artist Big Momma Thornton. the song would become later one of his biggest title tracks this song was called Hound Dog.
How did the 1950s change the world?
The 1950s changed the world by introducing us to different music styles and different cultures. The 50s were a big part of history, you too would agree once you have studied about it for 23 years. I wish i lived in the Nifty Fifties!
Were there plumbers in the 1950's?
Yes. As long as there has been piped water there has been plumbers.
What helped lead to US economic growth in the 1950's?
Industries doing very well and growth of domestic consumerism led to U.S. economic growth in the 1950s.
Why was the post World War 2 period known as the age of conformity?
There is no doubt that the 1950's were a period of extreme conformity, during which society was very intolerant of anything unconventional or non-conformist. This changed in the mid 1960's.
Where did 75 percent of new home construction take place during the 1950s?
Many soldiers were returning from ww2 and they needed homes.
Which of the followeing did the most to expand civil rights in the 1950's?
The Supreme Court decision declaring state mandate schools segregation to be unconstitutional.
Was Glenn Miller popular in the 1950's?
Yes, but ... Remember, he was killed in a plane crash in 1944 the question could better be phrased as "was his musicpopular in the 1950s?" The answer would be that teenagers and college students were far more interested in rock 'n roll, but their older siblings and parents had probably seen Glenn Miller perform in person and had fond memories of his music. That interest led to the popularity of several orchestras that recreated or reinterpreted the so-called "Miller sound", including those of Miller alumni Tex Beneke, Jerry Gray, Ray Anthony, and Ray McKinley as well as sound-alike bands such as that led by Ralph Flanagan.
How did a booming economy affect life in the united state in the 1950s?
The booming economy affected life in the U.S in the 1950s because more than ever before people earned money and were able to buy cars, automobiles, go on vacations...etc.
How were john calvin's religious ideas spread to north america?
John Calvin's religious ideas were spread to North America from Europe. "John Calvin's Protestant teachings were spread across Europe and into North America."
