refers to the timeframe between 1968 and 1980 in United States history, which marked the end of the Vietnam War and a shift in political and social movements.
Related terms
Cold War: A period of geopolitical tension between the United States and Soviet Union, characterized by ideological conflict, proxy wars, and nuclear arms race.
Détente: The easing of strained relations between the United States and Soviet Union during the late 1960s to early 1970s.
Watergate Scandal: A political scandal in which President Richard Nixon's administration attempted to cover up their involvement in illegal activities, leading to his resignation.