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American and World History 1965 to 1985

Civil Rights Movement, Vietnam War, Watergate Scandal, Hippies, Man on the Moon, Music, Arts, Movies, TV, Iranian Revolution, Global Conflicts, Internet Birth

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American and World History 1965 to 1985

By: Rogelio Beltran
Narrated by: Greg Bond
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Between 1965 and 1985, the world underwent profound social, political, and technological transformations. The Civil Rights Movement in the United States achieved key victories, including the Voting Rights Act of 1965, but racial tensions and systemic inequalities persisted. Meanwhile, the Vietnam War escalated, igniting widespread anti-war protests and fracturing American trust in government. This disillusionment culminated in the Watergate scandal, leading to President Nixon's resignation in 1974 and reshaping public perception of political leadership.

Cultural and social movements flourished during this era. The counterculture and hippie movements rejected traditional values, embracing anti-war sentiment, environmentalism, and alternative lifestyles. Music, arts, and film reflected these societal shifts, with the rise of rock, punk, and disco, along with groundbreaking films like Star Wars and Apocalypse Now. The Women's Liberation Movement gained momentum, pushing for gender equality and reproductive rights.

Technological advancements transformed communication and industry, most notably the birth of the Internet and the rise of personal computing. Meanwhile, the 1969 Moon landing marked a triumph in the Cold War space race. However, global conflicts persisted, including Cold War tensions, the Iranian Revolution of 1979, and the 1973 oil crisis, leading to economic turmoil and stagflation.

By the 1980s, conservative politics gained ground with Ronald Reagan's rise and neoliberal economic policies. The decade's legacy left a complex narrative of progress, conflict, and innovation, setting the stage for globalization and the digital revolution. These years fundamentally shaped modern society, leaving an enduring impact on history.

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