19291982

1929–1982 is a chronological span used in historical writing to denote the period from the late 1920s to the early 1980s. It encompasses several overlapping eras, including the Great Depression, World War II, the postwar recovery, the Cold War, and the early 1980s. The span is often used to frame discussions of global economic, political, and social change during the mid to late 20th century.

Economic history within this period begins with the 1929 stock market crash and the ensuing Great Depression, which affected economies worldwide and prompted varied government interventions and reforms in the 1930s. The postwar era brought long periods of economic growth in many regions, the expansion of consumer societies, and shifts in development plans in other parts of the world. The 1970s introduced new economic challenges, including energy crises and stagflation, which influenced policy and economic thought.

Political and military developments were dominated by World War II and the subsequent conversion of wartime alliances into a new international order. The United Nations was established, and the Cold War framework shaped international relations, alignments, and proxy conflicts through several decades. Many formerly colonized regions achieved independence between the 1950s and 1970s, reshaping global politics and leading to new governance challenges.

Social and cultural transformations accompanied these changes. Civil rights and gender equality movements advanced social inclusion, while technological progress accelerated, with advances in aviation, satellite communications, and early computing. The era culminated in notable milestones such as the Moon landing in 1969, symbolizing scientific achievement and broader access to technology.

The 1929–1982 period left lasting legacies in political structures, economic policy, and cultural norms that influenced late 20th-century development and international relations.