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    first thing to pop up in their heads. During the late 1950s and early 1960’s while the United States of America was fighting in the Cold War against the Soviet Union with hopes of protecting its sovereignties and freedoms‚ the growing fear of Communism and rising popularity of Anti-Communism threatened both the freedoms of individuals in America and the existing capitalist economic system. Senator Joseph McCarthy of Wisconsin had manipulated these fears and used them to justify his claim for power

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    Life in The 60s VS 2000 Life as people explain in the 60s seemed to be less convenient but much cheaper in many different ways. There are so many changes that have occurred over the years. Life seemed to be similar in some ways but more laid back. Times have changed‚ now more people live life on the go. Life in the 60s might have had their advantages‚ but life now is defiantly more convenient. The cost of living in the 60 was much cheaper‚ especially for people with children. Rent then

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    description. She was a step out of slavery There were hundreds of people living in it A bucket with syrup a biscuit and bacon grease in it When did Ruth’s life shift‚ or change? How did this shift change her life? Be specific‚ and include details. 1950s

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    Many movies were released in the 1930’s‚ and were loved and watched by thousands when it was first released. These films are still watched today by many others. Some of them were known around the world‚ because of how fast it became popular. Some of the popular movies are‚ Alice In Wonderland (1933)‚ Cleopatra (1934)‚ The Prisoner of Zenda (1937)‚ The Wizard of Oz (1939). The Wizard of Oz‚ was a 1939 American musical comedy-drama fantasy film .It was the most expensive production at that time

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    keep South Vietnam contained from Communism—since it ended in complete failure. Over half a million Americans ended up losing their lives‚ many adolescent Vietnamese were killed‚ and the efforts of our troops appeared to be in vain. However‚ in the 1950s‚ there is no way that a lasting outcome such as this could have been foreseen—and‚ at first‚ support pointed in favor of the Vietnam War. To begin‚ at the time‚ war seemed to be the most appropriate measure to take‚ especially while under such dire

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    fashion. Leaving‚ I imagined the mall back in the 1950s. The bright colored outfits reminded me of today’s. Even though both the 1950s women fashion and 2016’s women fashion are bold in style‚ there are many similarities and differences in the two year’s fashion senses and their impressions on America’s fashion industry. 1950s and 2016’s women fashion are comparable in many ways. To begin‚ both trends used much of the same materials. In the 1950s‚ nylon had come into fashion. The lightweight‚ durable

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    1950s HISTORY Assessment task Bill (host): Good morning people of Newton‚ its Bill here. I am speaking to James and he’s a 1950s baby and today we are here to talk to him and ask questions about what it was like growing up in the 1950s. James thanks for your time. James: Thank you Bill‚ glad to be here. Bill (host): Did the British or the American culture influenced Australia in any way? James: The American culture made a huge influence on Australia such as entertainment‚ clothing and

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    04-07-11 Research In the 1960’s there were several types of fashion types like: the Mods‚ the rockers‚ the oh-so-famous hippies‚-the futuristic space age-ers‚ the school girl baby dolls‚ the “Chanel” wearers ‚ and of course the optical art dressers! So as you can see there are LOTS of fashion types that started in the 60s. Even some looks we still use today‚ only slightly modified. To help you better understand the styles of the 160’s‚ I will break down each type of style for you

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    The transformation of gender equality since the 21st century is one of the most profound and significant social changes in human history. However‚ during the 1950s male dominance was mostly present amongst societies and cultures‚ where men and women were often viewed as occupying significantly different roles in society. This included men being viewed as the family’s main source of income and the dominant figure of the family‚ whereas women being the domestic caregivers‚ with the sole responsibility

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    England in the 1960’s was a changing point for their culture. This time was known as the Swinging Sixties. The country transformed from a conservative environment into a place full of freedom with hope and promise. The nation had just moved past the second world war‚ and now the youth culture was beginning to freely express themselves. Adults in tis time fought during their youth and wanted the youth to enjoy their time. One of the biggest aspects of the sixties in England was the music. Music

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