19251970

1925–1970 denotes a broad historical interval spanning the post–World War I era through the late 20th century. It covers political upheavals, economic cycles, and rapid technological change across many regions.

Politics and conflicts: The late 1920s and 1930s saw the rise of authoritarian movements in several countries; World War II (1939–1945) dramatically reshaped borders and power. The postwar era established new international institutions, including the United Nations in 1945, and the Cold War between the Western and Eastern blocs. Decolonization began in earnest in Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean during the 1950s and 1960s, leading to the creation of many new states and shifting global influence.

Economy and technology: The era endured the Great Depression’s global impact in the early 1930s, followed by reconstruction and sustained growth in the 1950s and 1960s. It saw the Bretton Woods system, the expansion of mass production and consumer electronics, and advances in aviation, computing, satellites, and the space program, culminating in the 1969 Moon landing.

Society and culture: Civil rights, anti-imperial, and feminist movements emerged in various countries, while education and urbanization altered lifestyles. Medical and scientific advances, including antibiotics, vaccines, and the 1953 discovery of DNA’s structure, influenced health, biology, and biotechnology.

Legacy: The period helped shape the modern international order, economic policy frameworks, and cultural norms that persisted into late 20th-century politics, science, and daily life.