American Prosperity In The 1950's

In the time of the 1950s, there were many factors that contributed to the prosperity that many Americans enjoyed. The 1950s were a time where there were highs and lows, but through it all, it made America what it is today. The past wars were hard on people, and they had to work to make sure they had a life for them and their families. Parents did all they could to support their families. This paper will reflect on how Americans grew to enjoy the prosperity they created by the GI Bill of RIghts, Suburbs and Highways, and Consumerism. One of the factors that contributed to America's prosperity was the GI Bill of Rights. This was because after WWII, many veterans were suffering from housing shortages(section 2). The GI Bill of RIghts, also known as the Servicemen’s Readjustment Act, not only encouraged veterans to get an education but also gave them financial benefits. In the textbook, it states that many young families used this Bill of Rights to buy either homes, farms, or businesses(section 1). We also see, that not only did they get educational and financial benefits, but it also provided low-interest, federally guaranteed loans(Section 1). This lessened the stress of many families who were struggling to survive and make a living after the war, especially with the housing crisis that was happening at the time(section …show more content…
People were now confident with the way they were living. They were comfortable with their lifestyles, and they didn’t need to worry about how they were going to live till the next day. As readers,the textbook shows us what theses people had to go through to get where they were. They as people, and civilians, deserve to be where they are, and have a comfortable lifestyle. They GI BIll of Rights, Suburbs and Highways, and consumerism all were attributes to helping Americans live the life they wanted, and in the end, many could say it was worth