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  1. 1950 - Wikipedia

    1950 (MCML) was a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1950th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations, the 950th year of the 2nd millennium, the …

  2. The 1950s - American Culture & Society | HISTORY

    Jun 17, 2010 · As a result, communism needed to be “contained”—by diplomacy, by threats or by force. This policy is what drew American forces into the Korean War in the summer of 1950.

  3. What Happened in 1950 - On This Day

    What happened and who was famous in 1950? Browse important and historic events, world leaders, famous birthdays and notable deaths from the year 1950.

  4. Major Events of 1950 - Historical Moments That Defined the Year ...

    Sep 25, 2024 · From political shifts and technological advancements to cultural breakthroughs, these events shape the world and influence the future. In this comprehensive overview, we'll explore the …

  5. 17 Significant Historical Events That Took Place In The 50s

    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 …

  6. U.S. Timeline 1950-1959 - America's Best History

    June 25, 1950 - The Korean War begins its three year conflict when troops of North Korea, backed with Soviet weaponry, invade South Korea. This act leads to U.S. involvement when two days later, the …

  7. 50 Facts About the 1950s — History Facts

    Nov 19, 2025 · In the U.S., Cold War tensions and the threat of nuclear warfare loomed large over Americans, and the ongoing fight for equality and civil rights sought to dismantle the systemic …

  8. The 1950’s - World of History

    Dec 15, 2024 · The 1950s was a transformative decade globally, marked by post-war recovery, the Cold War, cultural shifts, and technological advancements.

  9. A Brief Timeline of the 1950s - ThoughtCo

    Mar 5, 2020 · In 1950, Diners Club, the first modern credit card was introduced, which would eventually change the financial lives of every American in the years to come.

  10. United States in the 1950s | History | Research Starters - EBSCO

    People born during the 1950s are often said to belong to a generation known as the Baby Boomers, which references the rapid population growth rates facilitated by the country’s strong economic …