1960s

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    15 Comedians From the Swinging Sixties Who Pushed It

    The ’60s were a turning point in comedy. Performers started up with their push beyond punchlines and merely accepting satire. This era would end up producing comedians who didn’t just make audiences laugh, but actually changed how comedy was written…

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    15 Shoes That Defined American Women’s Fashion in the 60s

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    13 Dishes From the 1960s That Stole the Show

    The 1960s were a golden time for flashy dining. People were popping out, and they were popping out for grandiose dinner parties at that. Here are some of those 13 iconic dishes from the 1960s. 1. Fondue Fondue didn’t spring…

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    14 Classic 1960s Products That Illustrate an Era

    Whether you were busy sketching up all kinds of wild Etch A Sketch doodles or pouring yourself a glass of the finest Tang, the 1960s had a whole lot of fun for a lot of people. These 15 products helped…

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    15 Vintage Photos That Capture 1963

    1963 stands as one of those vivid turning points in American history and culture. It felt like the ’50s in plenty of parts of the country, with its crew cuts corner diners and black-and-white TVs. These vintage photos strive toward…

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    15 Blue-Collar Careers That Paid Well in the 1960s

    The 1960s were a remarkable decade for many American blue-collar workers. For workers, a blue-collar career could provide a solid paycheck and a path toward homeownership and family stability. Average hourly earnings in American manufacturing were approximately $2.37 in 1960,…