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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 Eisenhower's appeal to Americans in the 1950s?
He was admired for leading the allied invasion of Normandy in June of 1944. He battled the Germans and defeated Hitler by April of 1945.
He was the overall commander of Allied troops in the European Theater. He was considered a superior tactition, but his main quality was the ability to work with and get production from many various factions.
In the early 1950s the United States and other UN partners were engaged in the Korean Conflict against other UN member states. Many Americans were tired of war and felt the need for change. Eisenhower was very popular because of his war record and considered to be the best person to lead in the time of need. He was not considered by the public as a professional politcian but as a man of integrity with the ability to get things accomplished with all the various factions of the day.
And he certainly had a catchy slogan: I Like Ike.Absolutely unforgettable.
What were rundown sections of cities called in the 1950s?
I believe the terms used were "slums" and "ghettos."
What was the name of the planned US invasion of Russia in the 1950s?
To my knowledge, There was never a planned invasion of Soviet Russia by the US.
What was the 1950s show that supplied the contestants with the answers before the show?
'The $64,000 Question' ~ see related link below .
What were the four goals that various progressive reform movements struggled to achieve?
The four goals that various progressive reform movements struggled to achieve were protecting social welfare, promoting moral improvement, creating economic reform, and fostering efficiency.
What ship did William Buckley the convict sail on to Australia?
Records do not show the name of the ship on which William Buckley, the convict, sailed to Australia. He was not, however, on the First Fleet.
Who is the British female actress from the 1950s who played a school teacher?
I Think It's Betsy Brown!! Am I Right ? x x x
The European control of Africa came to an end in the 1950s and 1960s?
The European control of Africa came to an end in the 1950s and 1960s. true or false
Value of 16 gauge Ithaca pump shotgun?
what is the value of 12 gauge skb double barrel ithaca 1900 model
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How does the reality of life in the 1950s compare with how it was portrayed on television?
It is possible that the upper classes had a lifestyle close to 1950's TV programs. but not the bottom half who worried about enough food to eat.
The early 1950's had the same SILENCE of reality, as is kept on those living the nighmare of poverty today. The status quo-Is "do not make people aware of the circumstances of those we underpay, the working poor.
Children died due to polio, and not enough to eat. Until Martin Luther King Jr. No one knew this.
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