Tennis and track and field events were amateur sports in this time. Basketball and football were mostly popular on the college level. However, professional basketball and football were played. The professional sports were unorganized at first.
In this time period, there were many jobs for men, including coal mining, industrial work, and some business oportunities. Women mainly took care of the household. That included cleaning, cooking, raising children, and working on the farm. Some women worked in factories. The average work week fell to 48.8 hours.
In this time frame, sexuality became more of a public matter, instead of a private one. Public schools started to include sex education in their curriculums. The government started to publicize literature on venereal diseases. Also, public organizations were founded that were concerned with the field of sexuality. In addition, there was more discussion of social and sexual hygiene in journals and books.
23.4% of women were in the work force at this time. Women stepped up to fill the jobs of men when the men left for war. However, after the war, the women were forced out of their jobs. Women's suffrage took place. 20,000 suffrage supporters marched in 1913 in New York City. Jeannette Rankin became the first female elected to Congress in 1916. Margaret Sanger was arrested in 1916 for opening the first birth control clinic in the United States.
Ping Pong, tinker toys, Raggedy Ann dolls, and Kewpie dolls were popular games and toys in this time frame. Films like The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Frankenstein, and Alice's Adventures in Wonderland were released.
Between these dates, immigration, poverty, work safety, monopolies, and child labor problems increased. Women strived for equality. More women were working outside of the home. Divorces were very uncommon during this time. The first moving assembly line was created during this time frame. The United States became a world leader in industrialization.
This time period was very prosperous. The economy was changing rapidly. The number of wage earners in transportation, mining, and manufactoring grew by more than 27%. The number of supervisory personel increased by 66%. Economic conditions increased during this time period.
Women traditionally wore long, full skirts. Fabrics became lighter and brighter. Lower necklines also became more popular. Tops were made to show off women's corseted torso. Hemlines on skirts raised to show the ankles. Men typically wore striped trousers, a morning coat, and a starched white shirt. Top hats and frock coats were also popular. Informal lounge suits were worn at home.
Children helped sustain their family's economic well being. Child labor increased because of this. Many young girls and boys began to work in coal mines and factories to help their family. At this time, the husband is the "breadwinner" of the family since he earns the majority of their income. The wife's duty was to maintain the home and care for the children.
Americans viewed themselves as a superior force in the world. They saw themselves as the world power and felt a duty to help others in the country and world.
There were many immigrant coming from eastern and western Europe, so languages from those regions were brought to the United States. Some of the languages included Irish, German, and Italian. However, most of the people living in the America spoke English.
Not much changed about the language in this time period because people mostly spoke English. The number of immigrants were lessened due to the Immigration Act of 1924, so no new languages were really brought into the country.
The National Football League was formed in 1920. Then the National Hockey League spread to America in 1924. The Boston Bruins were the first American team in the league. The New York Americans and the Pittsburgh Pirates joined shortly after that. Also, because of the war, women stepped up to fill in their place on baseball teams. Many women started to play sports while the men were at war.
During this time, women made up 27% of the work force. Some women worked white-collar office-staff jobs, manufacturing jobs, domestic service jobs, and agriculture jobs. The first generation of college-educated women entered the work force at this time. However, they were only able to find jobs labeled as "women's professions." This included teaching, nursing, and social working. Men obtained most of the same jobs as in the 1900s, but many lost their jobs due to the depression.
Because of the Great Depression, divorce rates dropped, and birth rates dropped. Because of the hard economic times, it was too expensive to pay legal fees for divorces, or to raise multiple children. Men out of work were forced to rely on the women and children to help make ends meet. Some men walked out on their wives because of economic frustration. More women started to work outside of their home to help support their family.
Due to the Great Depression, Americans were very down in the dumps. They viewed themselves as poor, because at the time, they were. Their hope in the government faded, but clung to that little hope they had that would help them through the depression.
During their leisure time, many people watched motion pictures and the news, and listened to the radio. Sports were also a form of entertainment because during this time period. Many people watched sports during this time frame.
There was a big change in the attitudes towards women during the 1920s. The suffrage amendment was passed and women were more independent. They voted and worked more frequently. However, women still had unequal pay compared to men. During this time, the first women governor was elected.
The social norms during this time came about from African Americans. Many people learned dance steps and went to urban dance halls. Also, in the 1920s Ford came out with his model T and everyone wanted a car. New technology came about and it was normal for people to have radios and telephones.
Many women during this time started to wear more comfortable clothes, such as short skirts and trousers. Flapper dresses also became popular. Men abandoned their formal look and started to wear athletic clothes. They also wore less formal suits, knickers, and shorter pants.
The Great Depression started in America in 1929. The harsh economic conditions hurt many households in America. Many people lost jobs and were unemployed for a long period of time. Many households relied on the women and children to help support the household.
During this time period, the younger generation had open attitudes about premarital sex. They also had open attitudes about birth control. The older generations did not approve of the actions of the younger generations. They did not approve of premarital sex.
In the 1950s, color television was introduced to the United States. Popular shows included "The Ed Sullivan Show" and "Texas Star Theater." "Casablanca", "Oliver Twist", and "To Be Or Not To Be" was premiered during this time.
During this time, Jackie Robinson became the first black professional baseball player. Football teams of colleges in the north also started to integrate black students. The National Basketball League was formed during this time. In addition, women's golf teams were created
Women were now expected to stay home with the children, due to the baby boom. There was also a lack of child care facilities. Female college enrollment decreased. Men were not supportive of women working unless they had lost their job. Men wanted to put women back in their place in the home.
Towards the end of this era, the post-war baby boom came to an end. There were a lot more married couples with many children. The men and women both worked, but the women worked less because they were caring for children. Many men took over the women's jobs after coming home from war.
World War 2 was going on during this period so Americans were confident about their country, but very vulnerable at the same time. They were scared because Communism in Cuba was so close to their own borders.
Suburban communities started to gain popularity after the war. After the war, many families bought new houses, cars, clothes, and appliances for their new homes.
Spanish became more common in the United States after the war. This is because many Mexicans came the the United States to help U.S. workers. Mexican workers were cheap labor.
During this post-war economy, there was economic growth due to pent-up consumer demand. New industries were successful, house sales increased, and the GNP increased.
In this era, sexual attitudes were more liberal. Contraception was available. Men started to adopt the bachelor's lifestyle. Playboy, the magazine, was published in 1953. People pronounced that this was the "death of Puritanism." Sexual Values were changing.
Women had short hair and wore long unfitted dresses and skirts. They obtained a more casual look than in the earlier eras. Men continued to wear suits and sportswear became more popular.
About 30% of the work force consisted of women. They had jobs such as working in factories, or even becoming secretaries and receptionists. Men still occupied the leadership positions in the work force.
Many Americans want world peace, and many protest the Vietnam War. Many Americans also become involved with the environmentalist movement. People are becoming more aware of politics. Americans are joining together to help their country.
The television gained popularity in this era. Many television shows at this time started to introduce feminism. Many female characters started to break out of their traditional roles as the housewife. Many female characters were single and independent.
Women held jobs such as clearical workers, service workers, educators, sales clerks, nurses, and textile workers. More women entered the work force. The Equal Pay Act was introduced in 1963, however, there was still a difference in pay between men and women. Pay was only equal for men and women who held the same job.
Marriage rates decreased and divorce rates increased at this time. Many men thought that their working wives were a threat, rather than a relief. Because women were working, they put off having children. The birth rate decreased during this time.
The hippie subculture was popular during this time. Healthy food, music festivals, and contemporary sexual mores were normal during these years.
In this era, Patricia Palinkas was the first woman to play in a professional football game for the Orlando Panthers. In addition, the first ISU Sprint Speed Skating Championship was held during these years.
Feminism began in the United States during this time. Many women fought for equal rights. The Supreme Court's decision in Roe vs. Wade that constitutionalized the right to an abortion helped the feminist movement.
The majority of immigrants coming to America during these years were from Mexico and Asia. Languages such as Spanish, Chinese, and Japanese were becoming more common in America.
There was stagflation during this time period due to the Vietnam and Cold Wars.
Sexual attitudes continued to loosen in this time period. More women had premarital sex. The pill was introduced during this time period as a form of contraception. Abortion was also illegal.
Women wore bell bottoms, mini skirts, and umps. The style was influenced by disco. Tie dye and bright colors were a big deal. Men wore bright colors as well.
During this time, there was an increase in women with children in the workforce. Work hours increased and job instability also increased. At this time, Americans with low levels of education see a drop in their wages.
Movies were really popular during this time period. "Batman", "ET", and "Indiana Jones" were a real big hit. Also, people watched TV shows such as "The Cosby Show". Listening to music was also very popular.
In the United States, many people began getting tattoos and body piercings. Many Americans strived for the casual-chic look. This consists of jeans, t-shirts, hoodies, and trainers. Exercise clothes and leggings became popular for women while men leaned towards a modern preppy look.
Family in this era started to also include extended family. Many extended family members started to make up one household. Stepfamilies started to become more common. The nuclear family, or the traditional family, is now choosing to have less children than in the past.
During this time, society has become more accepting of others. Homosexuality has become more accepted. People, especially younger generations, have become more individualistic. Young people strive to stand out from the crowd, through fashion, actions, and beliefs.
During this era, piercing and tattoos have gained popularity. Many people are also participating in extreme sports an outdoor activities.
Many Spanish speaking people migrated, legally and illegally, to the United States during this time period. A lot of them could not speak English, so their language came with them.
By the end of the 1980s women gained more control over their life's. They had more opportunities for education, jobs, and all laws that gave men authority over their wives were repealed. The prejudice against women strongly lessened.
The economy during this time period slowed down significantly. The country was in a recession. However, early on in the time period, the mid 1980s, the economy experienced a rebound and inflation eased.
Sports during this time period were very important. The Cold War occurred in this era causing Russia and the United States to battle each other in sports more than anything else. The Olympics were in Moscow in the summer. The NHL became more popular. They expanded the number of teams from 21 to 28 teams.
During this time, homosexuals were seen as dangerous. Homosexuality was seen as a psychological disorder. Many homosexuals fought for social and legal rights.
In this era, globalization increased due to the Internet. The Internet allowed people to buy and sell goods, interact with people, and research without leaving their homes.
Leadership positions are being held by women because it is very common for women to go to college now too. It is almost essential nowadays to get a college degree in order to get a well paying job. Without a degree, people are getting paid less and less. However, men still hold more leadership positions than women.
Marriages during this time period occur later on in life. In other words, people are getting married later on because of the opportunities for education. Most families consist of two children because the parents work a lot. Daycare is used more in this era than others.
The gender attitudes today are more relaxed than ever. Women are in very high positions in the work force. However, the roles are starting to switch. There are more and more men staying at home to take care of the house while the women work and provide the income.
Clothing during this time period has become more about the designer who design them. People want name brand items because they try to look like celebrities. Teenagers continue to wear jeans but dress them up with fancy tops. Girl's also wear dresses. Teenage boys wear casual clothing, but men tend to dress more formally.
Today is all about technology. The entertainment today revolves around computers, laptops, tablets, and cell phones. Very frequently people are playing games on their electronic devices or texting. People of all ages watch tv; the average amount of time spent watching tv per day is about 3-4 hours.
Many younger Americans have low confidence. They strive for attention. However, there are many Americans that are egotistic and few themselves as being better than the other around them. People see themselves more as individuals, than as a whole country.
The country is debating whether or not to make English the official language. English is the most widely spoken language but now it is increasingly important for people with jobs especially in the medical field to know Spanish. There are more and more Spanish speaking people living in the United States. Other than English and Spanish, there are not many languages spoken.
People watch more football than ever. The NFL is very popular and the Superbowl had millions of viewers. Other sports such as the major league soccer, the NHL, and MLB are still being watched on TV and at the actual games. The NHL has become more popular to watch in this time period as well in America.
Money is very tight in our economy today. Prices are rising and people spend more and more money that they do or do not have. Debt is very common.
Sexual attitudes are more relaxed than ever before. Many teenagers are getting pregnant and contraception is more available. Abortion is legal in some states. There are also more unplanned pregnancies occurring, even though there is more sex education.
More same sex couples will marry during this time period. More people will stay in school longer and more people will marry later in life. During this time period, it will be very common for couples to live together before marriage.
Young people will continue to strive to stand out. People will still continue to be individualistic. Less people will make the effort to get to know neighbors or colleagues. People will not feel as united as a country as they once did.
In this era, more states will legalize same sex marriage. Women will hold higher job positions and will earn higher salaries. Many people will fight to make contraception easier to obtain, and the country will still debate about legalizing abortion.
During this time period, jeans are still going to be popular. Women are starting to wear leggings again, and high-waisted jeans. People also will dress more casually in sweatpants and sweatshirts.
In this time period, the first woman president will be sworn into office. Many men also will start to stay home and take care of the children while their wives work.
Many spanish speaking people continue to inhabit the United States. Many of these people will choose not to learn English. Many Americans will continue to learn Spanish to assist them in their careers. Spanish and English will be the most common languages spoken in the United States.
During this time, football will gain popularity. People will continue to watch the National Football League. Major League Lacrosse will also gain popularity in certain parts of the country.
New technology will provide new entertainment during this time. Televisions will be improved. New television shows showing unconventional ways of life, like same sex marriage, will become popular. Electronic tablets, new smart phones, and electronic books capture Americans' attention.
During this time, the economy may rise. People will spend more money during this time. However, the economy will most likely fall after a few years. People will be more careful with their money during this time.
More people are going to go back to school after receiving their undergraduate degree. Master's and Doctorate degrees are going to be necessary to earn a higher salary during this time period.
Americans will continue to get married later in life in order to get higher education. There will still be an average of about 2 kids per married couple. Family will be a less united way of life because parents will be working and spending less time with their children.