Preschool Television in the US and UK (1945-1980)

Period: Jan 1, 1945 to Dec 31, 1989

Economy
Sep 22, 1955

ITV founded

Creates competition for BBC
Dec 23, 1971

BBC turns down British version of Sesame Street

Not actual day and month
Period: Jan 1, 1980 to Dec 31, 1989

PBS faces finance and deregulation threats

But really, doesn't it always?
Period: Aug 23, 1984 to Dec 31, 1989

Many toy based shows air

After FCC's removal of limited advertising restrictions by Reagan's administration. Not actual day.

Economy