The term '60s' refers to the decade of the 1960s. It was a period marked by significant social, cultural, and political changes in America.
Think of the 60s as a time machine that transports us back to an era filled with transformative events like civil rights movements, protests against war, and groundbreaking cultural shifts.
Counterculture: The counterculture refers to a cultural movement during the 1960s that challenged mainstream values and norms through alternative lifestyles, music, art, fashion, etc.
Vietnam War: The Vietnam War was a conflict between North Vietnam and South Vietnam, which took place from 1955 until 1975.
Feminism: Feminism is a social and political movement advocating for gender equality in areas such as employment opportunities, reproductive rights, and societal roles.
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