5 Flashcards
(21 cards)
What was the significance of Sputnik launched in October 1951?
It marked the beginning of the space race
What was the effectiveness of the Polio vaccine developed in the 1960s?
60% - 70% prevention rate
What was the first American satellite?
Explorer 1
What significant legislation benefited veterans after World War I?
GI Bill
What housing developments were characteristic of Levittown, New York?
Pre-fab houses
What were the key benefits provided by the GI Bill?
- College tuition
- Low-interest home loans
What societal trend did the Baby Boom represent?
Increase in birth rates after WWII
How many babies were born in the U.S. in 1951?
4.3 million babies
What was the population of the U.S. by 1960?
180 million
What was the common technology in households during this period?
TV sets
What sports integration milestone involved Jackie Robinson?
He played for the Brooklyn Dodgers
What happened to the Negro leagues after Jackie Robinson’s integration?
They ceased to exist
What year did the NBA see significant integration?
1950
Who won the Wimbledon women’s tennis title in 1951?
Althea Gibson
What was a central theme of American family values during this time?
The American dream of having a family and a home
How did factories change location during the post-war era?
They moved to suburban areas
Fill in the blank: The _______ was a cultural phenomenon representing the ideal of home ownership and family life.
American Dream
What two territories of the US annex
Hawaii: August 21, 1959
Alaska: January 3, 1959
What was created to keep pace with the Soviets?
NASA
What was the big scientific advance
DNA double helix discovery?
What was significant about the Celtics in 1950?
They were the first NBA team to start black men
