Add family and friends to see how old they were in 1942 and discover what was popular when they were growing up.
Most Popular Names
Top boys name: James, Top girls name: Mary
Mid-20th century U.S. naming trends with Mary, Linda, and Michael dominating
by Albert Camus
Classic or influential work of mid-20th century literature
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First controlled chain reaction
Mid-century breakthroughs shaping modern life
by Michael Curtiz
Mid-20th century influential or top-grossing film
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Democrat Party
New Deal programs, WWII leadership, only 4-term president
by Bing Crosby
Pre-Hot 100 era; top-selling single of the year
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Year-End Close
+8% from previous year
New Deal & WWII period
Children’s books became a staple gift
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