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Unit Summary

In this unit, pupils analyse the ways in which Britain changed after the Second World War. They learn about the creation of the NHS, the experiences of the Windrush generation and the technological and social changes that took place in the 1960s.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to describe some of the social and cultural changes that took place in Britain in the 1960s.

Key Notes

• In 1966 Time Magazine named London the 'Swinging City', meaning it was exciting and cool.
• This was because of the large numbers of young people in London, and Britain, who were known as 'Baby Boomers'.
• Wages had risen and 'Baby Boomers' had more disposable income to spend on things like fashion and music.
• New fashions such as the miniskirt and various types of bright clothing and new hairstyles became very popular.
• New 'rock and roll' music became popular. A band called 'The Beatles' became major stars during the 1960s.

Vocabulary To Learn

• Baby Boomers: the generation born just after the Second World War were known as Baby Boomers
• disposable income: money that people earn that is left over after they have paid their bills is called disposable income
• rock and roll: an American musical style that became popular in Britain in the 1960s was called rock and roll

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More Lessons In This Unit

• The condition of Britain at the end of the Second World War Study Guide
• The creation of the National Health Service Study Guide
• The impact of rapidly changing technology Study Guide
• The ways in which Britain changed after the Second World War Study Guide
• The Windrush generation Study Guide