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World War II
The largest and bloodiest war in history was fought between the Axis and the Allied powers. The US involvement in the war had a significant impact on the economy and workforce of the US. Women found more employment opportunities. Economic stemmed from factories and the outgoing support from the war effort. -
GI Bill
Under the servicemen Readjustment Act, the GI bill was passed to provide veterans access to insurance, housing, and college education funding. This act is significant due to its effects on the growing middle class. More American families were able to attend college. Even today, the GI Bill carries significance. -
WWII Soldier Homecoming
Following Allied victory, American soldiers returned home to their families. High morale and sense of patriotism defined the US post war years. The greatest generation was home with their families, friends, and America’s entire support. These events are significant because they foreshadow the famous “baby boom”. -
Baby Boom
With more families living in the suburbs, and the growing economy, the Baby Boom began. 3.4 million babies were born in 1946, and 3.8 million in 1947. These large numbers were the most the country had seen. The baby boom is significant due to its effects on the portrayal of the American family. Baby Boomer’s would become part of America’s next fight. -
Cold War
The Cold War, between the Us and Soviet Union, was in ideological conflict that never saw any real combat. American capitalism was at war with Soviet Communism, with the tension of which government and economic system had its edge. -
Suburbia
The suburbs of America were a factor of a major cultural shift among American families. Less families were living in the city and more began moving to the suburbs to raise their young, patriotic, Americans.