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 …

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

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 …

Jun 17, 2010 · Historians use the word “boom” to describe a lot of things about the 1950s: the booming economy, the booming suburbs and most of all the so-called “baby boom.” This …

Jun 18, 2025 · What made the 1950s such a memorable decade? The 1950s were a time of significant change and growth. Post-war prosperity brought new technologies, cultural shifts, …

Sep 6, 2022 · In this article, we will look at 7 historical events that took place in the 1950s, with many of these events still impacting the world today. US soldiers fighting near the Ch’ongch’on …

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.

April 1, 1950 - For the first time, the 1950 census counts a population in the United States over 150 million people. The 14% increase since the last census now showed a count of …

Aug 13, 2024 · In the U.S., the civil rights movement gained momentum, challenging racial segregation and discrimination. The decade also saw the emergence of youth culture, …

MAJOR EVENTS: North Korea invades South Korea; U.N. President Truman declares state of emergency after Communist China becomes involved in the conflict.