Affluence and conformity 1955-63

Question 1

in what ways did the US experience urbanisation and affluence in the years 1955 to 1963

Answer 1

1. suburbanization was driven by the mass availability of houses in surburbs
2. Highways act 1956 increased mobility and further spurred economic growth and urbanization due Americans being able to work a well payed job in the city and live in a big house in the suburbs.
3. The years between 1955 and 1963 were marked by a period of economic prosperity in the US. The post-war boom, fueled by increased consumer spending, technological advancements, and a growing middle class, led to higher incomes and rising living standards. The expanding economy created job opportunities and increased purchasing power for many Americans, contributing to the overall affluence of the era
4. cultural shift as the idea of the American Dream became mainstream and it encouraged affluence and this resulted in urbanisation.
5. rise of consumer culture and access to credit
6. Technological Advances and innovations created consumer products like fridges, washing machine and tv