Post-World War II

Definition

Post-World War II refers to the period of time after the end of World War II, specifically in the United States. It encompasses the years from 1945 until the early 1950s and is characterized by significant social, economic, and political changes.

Related terms

GI Bill: A law passed in 1944 that provided financial assistance for education and housing to veterans returning from World War II.

Cold War: The geopolitical tension between Western (led by the United States) and Eastern (led by the Soviet Union) blocs after World War II, marked by an arms race and ideological conflicts.

Baby boomers: The generation born between 1946 and 1964, which experienced a demographic surge due to increased birth rates during post-World War II years.