The 1950s (pronounced nineteen-fifties; commonly abbreviated as the " Fifties " or the " '50s ") (among other variants) was a decade that began on January 1, 1950, and ended on December 31, 1959.

Jun 17, 2010 · In 1954, the Supreme Court unanimously strikes down segregation in public schools, sparking the Civil Rights movement.

Listen to Greatest Hits of the 50s and 60s on YouTube Music - a dedicated music app with official songs, music videos, remixes, covers, and more.

Here are the top 100 tracks from the decade that that sparked a musical revolution. Words by Matthew Horton, Tim Chester, Priya Elan. 100 best tracks of the ’50s – Spotify playlist

Nov 19, 2025 · Of course, not every aspect of the ’50s was quite so rosy. In the U.S., Cold War tensions and the threat of nuclear warfare loomed large over Americans, and the ongoing fight for equality …

Jun 28, 2025 · From popular 1950s movies to art films and hidden gems, there is so much to love about ’50s films. Whether you are looking for sci-fi or melodramas, the best '50s movies have something for...

Mar 5, 2020 · In 1954, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that segregation was illegal in a landmark decision. In 1957, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik, marking the start of the space race and space age.

Feb 11, 2025 · Let’s explore seventeen pivotal occurrences from the 1950s that left an indelible mark on history. 1. Korean War (1950–1953) The Korean War, spanning from 1950 to 1953, was a significant …

Nov 22, 2024 · In this article, we will examine how politics, race, gender, and economic status influenced the culture of the 1950s and how it led to the United States of today. One defining element of 1950s …

Dec 15, 2024 · It was a time of prosperity for many Western countries, particularly the United States, and the emergence of significant cultural, political, and social movements that would shape the …