1970ernes
The 1970s (1970–1979) were a decade of transition and upheaval across politics, economy, technology, and culture. Internationally, the Cold War continued to shape relations between the major powers, while détente and successive arms-control talks sought to curb tensions. The period also encompassed ongoing decolonization, regional conflicts, and transformative social movements at home in many countries, including shifts in gender, civil rights, and environmental awareness.
Economically, the decade was marked by volatility and adjustment. The 1973 oil crisis, followed by another energy
Technological and scientific advances reshaped everyday life. The emergence of the microprocessor in the early 1970s
Culturally, the decade saw growing environmental consciousness, with events like Earth Day in 1970 and the
The 1970s left lasting legacies in economic restructuring, the early digital age, and ongoing social and environmental
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