1950 (MCML) was a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1950th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations, the 950th year of the 2nd millennium, the …

What happened and who was famous in 1950? Browse important and historic events, world leaders, famous birthdays and notable deaths from the year 1950.

Sep 25, 2024 · From political shifts and technological advancements to cultural breakthroughs, these events shape the world and influence the future. In this comprehensive overview, we'll explore the …

Jun 17, 2010 · Historians use the word “boom” to describe a lot of things about the 1950s: the booming economy, the booming suburbs and most of all the so-called “baby boom.” This boom began in 1946, …

Dec 15, 2024 · The 1950s was a transformative decade globally, marked by post-war recovery, the Cold War, cultural shifts, and technological advancements.

Feb 11, 2025 · From wars and revolutions to social movements and scientific breakthroughs, these events had profound impacts that resonate even today. Let’s explore seventeen pivotal occurrences …

Mar 5, 2020 · In 1950, Diners Club, the first modern credit card was introduced, which would eventually change the financial lives of every American in the years to come.

November 24–25 – Great Appalachian Storm of 1950: A phenomenal winter storm ravages the northeastern United States, brings 30 to 50 inches of snow, temperatures below zero, and kills 323 …

April 1, 1950 - For the first time, the 1950 census counts a population in the United States over 150 million people. The 14% increase since the last census now showed a count of 150,697,361. The …

Jun 21, 2011 · Historical events from year 1950. Learn about 419 famous, scandalous and important events that happened in 1950 or search by date or keyword.