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Babe Ruth
He was born on feb. 6, 1895. He played baseball for the boston red sox, the new york yankees, and the boston braves. His position was outfield or pitcher.
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Fashion in the 50's: Neck Scarves
Neck scarves became popular in the 1920's, and the phenomenon continued into the 50's
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Fashion in the 50's: Saddle Shoes
The saddle shoes popularity started in the 1920's all the way to the 50's. The popular shoes were typically worn with poodle skirts and bobby socks.
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Marilyn Monroe
Marilyn Monroe, one of the biggest models and actors of the 50's, was born on June 1, 1926. She died on Aug. 5, 1962 from overdosing on barbiturates.
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Toys in the 50's: Silly Putty
Silly putty was invented in 1943 on accident, but became popular in the 50's
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Fashion in the 50's: Poodle SKirts
People started wearing the poodle skirt in 1947, but its popularity continued in the 50's
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Music in the 50's: Paul Anka
Paul Anka made his first single, i confess, in 1947, while he was only 14. His popularity continued in the 50's.
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President Harry S. Truman
Harry Truman was born on May 8, 1884. He was the 33rd president of the United States. His wife's name is Bess Wallace Truman. He was president in 1949-1953
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The First Credit Card
The first credit card was made in 1950. It was made to pay for dinner at any restaurant, rather than to pay with cash. It was called the diners club card. It was invented when when a man at a restaurant forget his wallet, and to his embarrassment, he had his wife bring him cash, and he vowed to never let it happen again.
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Cinerella
The original Cinderella was released on Feb. 15, 1950. it was produced by Walt Disney and received 3 academy awards.
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Toys in the 50's: Magic Eight Balls
The popular toy was invented by Albert Carter Abe Bookman, and manufactured by Mattel.
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The Failed Assassination of Harry S. Truman
Harry S. Truman, 33rd president of the United States, had a failed assassination on Nov. 8th, 1950. His attackers were Oscar Collazo and Griselio Torresola. They planned to assassinate him in order to bring attention to the drive for independence.
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I Love Lucy
The show I Love Lucy was made from 1951-1957. It still airs today. Smoking was required on camera.
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Chevrolet Bel Air
The Chevrolet Bel Air has a detachable roof. It costed $1,741. It weighed 3,225 lbs.
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Toys in the 50's: Play Doh
Play Doh was invented by Joe McVicker in 1955.
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Music in the 50's: Elvis Presley
Elvis Presley, also known as the King of Rock and Roll, was popular in the 50's, but died of a heart attack on Aug. 16th, 1977.
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Music in the 50's: The Beatles
The band, The Beatles formed in 1957, and their popularity began in the 60's.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1950s_in_music
