How Did The American Family Life Affect The 50's

The 1950’s was a decade of progress. Cars were improving in efficiency. Everyone also had a pretty good idea of “the perfect all American family”. This family consists of a working dad who brings home the money; a stay at home mom who cooked, cleaned, took care of the children, and took care of the bills; and 2-3 children. This also created a stereotype for American families. The 1950’s was a pretty happy-go-lucky decade, and inventions such as the Mr. potato head, and the Hula-hoop showed it. 1950’s theater, film and television programs were greatly affected by the carefree activities that were happening during the 50’s. Television played a large role in the way Americans lived during the 1950’s. The normal “all american family” would schedule their lives around television programs. After a popular program was over millions of toilets would be flushed at the same exact time due to people not wanting to miss a second of their entertainment. However, Television also helped in other inventions such as TV dinners. TV dinners were designed for a convenient meal while you were watching a program. Many of the classic movie stars starred in these classic American TV programs. James dean got his start on television, but is
Now that colored Television was introduced in 1951 this triggered improvements that are still happening today. Fashion trends like leather jackets and long skirts worn with heels are still popular. The 50’s created a family friendly view of America to the rest of the world that still stands today, which is why so many families aspire to immigrate to America for a better life and better opportunities for their children. In conclusion, this Decade established some of the most common everyday things we may take for granted this day in age, but America wouldn't be the way it is now without the timeless