The 1940s and 1950s refer to the two decades following World War II, characterized by significant social changes such as suburbanization, baby booms, economic growth, technological advancements, Cold War tensions, and increasing activism for civil rights.
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Baby Boom: Refers to the significant increase in birth rates after World War II during which millions of babies were born between 1946 and 1964.
Suburbanization: This term describes the migration of people from cities to suburbs, leading to the growth of suburban communities.
Cold War: The ideological and political tension between the United States and Soviet Union after World War II, which influenced global politics and international relations.