Add family and friends to see how old they were in 1970 and discover what was popular when they were growing up.
Most Popular Names
Top boys name: Michael, Top girls name: Jennifer
Mid-20th century U.S. naming trends with Mary, Linda, and Michael dominating
by Erich Segal
Classic or influential work of mid-20th century literature
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IBM introduces 8-inch floppy
Mid-century breakthroughs shaping modern life
by Franklin J. Schaffner
Mid-20th century influential or top-grossing film
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Republican Party
Moon landing, Watergate scandal, resigned in 1974
by Simon & Garfunkel
Billboard Hot 100 year-end #1 hit
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Year-End Close
+5% from previous year
Stagflation & bear market era
Soft indoor ball safe for play anywhere
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