Rise Of The Neighborhood In The United States

About 70 years ago at the conclusion of the World Wars and at the beginning of the cold war, America was entering a golden age as it emerged as an economic superpower while many other countries were devastated by the conflicts. This economic prosperity allowed the middle class to grow in America, and for many to Americans to gain employment (Postwar Economy). The post-World War era in America also saw the growth of suburbs as many Americans were now able to purchase automobiles and live farther away from their place of employment (Ushistory.org). The growth of American suburbs was very important for the viability American Dream, as many Americans were now living in better conditions than their parents were. This was mostly due to Americans being able to leave the overpopulated urban centers and onto their own land where they had their own private housing.