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Grasp the political, cultural, and social impact of the decade

Experience the hope and passion of the 60s

Nostalgic for the sixties? Looking to learn more? This information-packed guide takes you on a tour of the most memorable and significant events of this tumultuous decade. From the Vietnam War to the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. to the early days of the womens movement, youll see how the many cultural changes continue to shape American life today.

Discover

  • The different presidential administrations
  • Key events of the civil rights movement
  • Why the U.S. became involved in Vietnam
  • How strong opinions divided the country
  • The trends in music, fashion, and media

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The 60s For Dummies

by Brian Cassity and Maxine Levaren

The 60s For Dummies Published by Wiley Publishing Inc 111 River St - photo 2

The 60s For Dummies

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Wiley Publishing, Inc.
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Copyright 2005 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Indianapolis, Indiana

Published simultaneously in Canada

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Library of Congress Control Number: 2005924593

ISBN-13: 978-0-7645-8414-5

ISBN-10: 0-7645-8414-6

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About the Authors

Brian Cassity: Brian Cassity is an assistant professor of history at Kapiolani Community College who specializes in 20th-century history, specifically the Vietnam War.

Maxine Levaren: Maxine Levaren is a writer, a personal success coach, a passionate traveler, and a lifelong adventurer. Although she hates to admit it, she remembers the 1960s well, looks back on them with nostalgia, and views herself as an unrepentant hippie. She lives in San Diego with her two dogs, Senji and Bandit.

Dedication

Brian Cassity: My deepest thanks go to my wife, Kathy, and my son, Liam, both of whom inspired me to finish this project. Their love, patience, and understanding with my long hours at the computer made this work possible. I dedicate this book to them.

Maxine Levaren: This book is dedicated to my three greatest fans, Jean Haren, Michael Bruce Iritz, and Stuart Allen Iritz.

Authors Acknowledgments

Though writing a book is a solitary endeavor, publishing one is definitely a team effort. As such, we would like to thank the editors at Wiley Publishing, Tracy Boggier, who helped birth this project, Mike Baker, who kept us on the straight and narrow, and Kristin DeMint, for her way with words. Their efforts proved invaluable in bringing this work to publication. Also, appreciation to our family and friends for their support and tolerating our absence and distraction during the last few months.

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Introduction

T he 1960s were a turning point in the United States. It was decade of change and turbulence that had enormous impact on peoples lives, even up to today. In almost every phase of life, from the political to the social to the cultural, you can still see the impact of these ten years.

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