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1940's
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First Captain America Issue
Captain America was first introduced during the War. It sold becuase at the time beating Hitler was the primary goal which Americans enjoyed. -
M & M's Created
M&M’s were quickly adopted by the United States Armed Forces during World War II. The chocolates were initially designed to allow easy transport and consumption for the soldiers in the war. -
Mount Rushmore Completion
Mount Rushmore was created making a large tourist destantion bringing in people form all around the world. -
Pearl Harbor Attack
Japan attacks Pearl Harbor, making the U.S. now part of World War II. This allowed for the creation of more jobs to create war products and needs, such as weapons. -
Readjustment Bill
The Servicemen’s Readjustment Bill passed, giving veterans one year’s pay of money, $20 a week. -
First Computer Built
The result was ENIAC (Electronic Numerical Integrator And Computer), built between 1943 and 1945—the first large-scale computer to run at electronic speed without being slowed by any mechanical parts. -
Microwave Invention
The microwave oven was invented, allowing millions of people to buy this household product -
Slinky Toy Introduction
The Slinky Toy was introduced at Gimbles in Philadelphia and sold its entire inventory in 90 minutes. -
Bikini Intoduction
Western Europeans joyously greeted the first war-free summer in years, and French designers came up with fashions to match the liberated mood of the people. -
It's A Wonderful Life Premier
On Dec. 20, 1946, the Frank Capra film “It’s A Wonderful Life” had a preview showing for charity at New York City’s Globe Theater, a day before its official premiere.
