Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
The 1960s refers to the decade between 1960 and 1969. It was a period of significant social, cultural, and scientific change.
Related terms
Civil Rights Movement: A movement in the United States during the 1960s that aimed to end racial segregation and discrimination.
Space Race: The competition between the United States and Soviet Union to achieve advancements in space exploration during the 1960s.
Counterculture: A cultural movement that emerged in the 1960s as a response to mainstream society, emphasizing anti-establishment values and individual freedom.