The ways in which Britain changed after the Second World War
I can explain why the two decades following the Second World War were a turning point in British history.
The ways in which Britain changed after the Second World War
I can explain why the two decades following the Second World War were a turning point in British history.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Britain changed in a number of ways following the Second World War; most of these were permanent and major changes.
- Diversity increased with the arrival of the Windrush Generation, although many migrants faced a lot of discrimination.
- Changing technology was a turning point in the lives of some women and many British households.
- A great deal of social and cultural change took place with the influence of the 'Baby Boomer' generation.
- A good explanation of why this period was a turning point in British history will use knowledge from across this unit.
Keywords
Turning point - a turning point in history is an idea, event, or action that leads to permanent change
Ethnic diversity - ethnic diversity refers to many people from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds
Discrimination - discrimination means treating someone unfairly because of things such as age, skin colour, or religious beliefs
Baby Boomers - the generation born just after the Second World War are known as Baby Boomers
Common misconception
That a turning point is a temporary change.
A turning point is usually a major, decisive and permanent change.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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