1970s

The 1970s was a transformative decade marked by significant cultural, political, and technological changes. In the U.S., it saw the end of the Vietnam War and the Watergate scandal, which shook public trust in government. The era was characterized by the rise of environmental awareness, leading to the establishment of Earth Day and the creation of the Environmental Protection Agency. Musically, disco, punk, and rock flourished, reflecting a range of social movements. Technologically, advances included the proliferation of personal computers and the early stages of video games, setting the foundation for modern digital culture.