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The Nineteen Sixties

The 1960s was the decade of change, revolution and freedom for both
Britain and America. To many the 60's are remembered as the 'swinging
sixties' a golden age, which was enjoyed immensely, but others blame
the 1960's for some of the failings in society.

In the mid 1950's Britain was recovering from a long period of
economic hardship after a long and draining war. Shortages and
austerity were still very much part of everyday life there was little
mobility in Britain as most could not afford a car, the choice of
radio stations could be counted on one hand all of which catered for
adults not children. The concept of consumer choice was simply 'Can I
afford it?' or 'do they have it in stock' the answer was usually no to
both. Times were hard but this was soon to change.

Britain suddenly seemed to emerge from its gloom, people believed for
the first time in years that they could truly leave there troubles
behind them. Like the......

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