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1960s: A Decade of Political Upheaval, Cultural Shifts, and Groovy Fashion Trends

Explore the turbulent 1960s, marked by the Vietnam War, JFK’s assassination, and Civil Rights Movement. Dive into the economy with apples at 49 cents for 3 pounds. Immerse yourself in cultural icons like the Brady Bunch, the Beatles, and trendy fashion such as shift buttons and flare jeans. Discover the slang of the era with words like "groovy" and "gnarly." Uncover interesting facts like Martin Luther King Jr.’s famous speech and popular dances like the twist. Resources provided for further exploration of 1960s fashion and classic TV shows. Step back in time to a pivotal decade that shaped history.

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1960s: A Decade of Political Upheaval, Cultural Shifts, and Groovy Fashion Trends

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  1. 1960’sBY: JO SHMO

  2. POLITICAL/POLITICAL LEADERS • Vietnam War Began • John F. Kennedy was assassinated • Civil Rights Movement occurred

  3. Economy • Apples 49 cents =3 pounds • Alarm Clock= $1.99 • carrots 29 cents =4 pounds

  4. Culture • Brady Bunch- television • Beatles- music • Once Upon a Time in The West- movie

  5. Fashion • Shift buttons • Flare jeans • Culottes

  6. SLANG • Groovy • Gnarly • Hang loose

  7. INTERESTING FACTS • Martin L. King gave his famous speech • Dances- mash potatoes, jerk, twist • Salary- $4,743

  8. Resources • http://www.slideshare.net/nicole21290/1960s-fashion-13395237 • http://classic-tv.com/60s-shows/

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