1952 - A year of innovation and modernisation

What Happened in 1952

1952 was a year of profound change and innovation. The UK mourned the death of its monarch while welcoming a young new queen to the throne. At the same time,…
1951 – A time of contrasts: tradition and modernity, war and peace, austerity and affluence

What Happened in 1951

What Happened in 1951 proved to be a year of transition and recovery. The Second World War had ended six years earlier, but its legacy continued to shape global affairs. In…
While the shadow of World War II still loomed large, the world was rapidly modernizing. From global conflicts to ground-breaking inventions and a wave of cultural change, this was a year that helped shape the Baby Boomer generation.

What Happened in 1950

What Happened in 1950 marked the beginning of a new decade and a new chapter in post-war life. While the shadow of World War II still loomed large, the world…
What happened in 1949 - A year when everyday life was transformed and the beginnings of a modern consumer culture.

What Happened in 1949

1949 was a year marked by deep ideological divides and rapid technological leaps. The Cold War took concrete shape with the formation of NATO, the Soviet Union’s first nuclear test,…