The 1940s (pronounced "nineteen-forties" and commonly abbreviated as " the '40s " or " the Forties ") was a decade that began on January 1, 1940, and ended on December 31, 1949.

Jan 17, 2026 · The 1940s was a decade of upheaval and transformation, shaped by global war, scientific breakthroughs, and shifting political power. Amid the conflict, the decade also produced …

November 5, 1940 - President Franklin D. Roosevelt continues his dominance of presidential politics with a 449 to 82 Electoral College victory over Republican candidate Wendell Wilkie, winning his …

Mar 16, 2020 · The 1940s tower over every other decade of the 20th century as the most full of sorrow, patriotism, and ultimately, hope and the beginning of a new era of American dominance on the world …

The 1940s centered around WWII. As popular athletes and celebrities alike went to war, American culture became heavily nationalized and proud.

Dec 5, 2024 · The 1940s was a pivotal decade that shaped the modern world, marked by the devastation of World War II, the beginning of the Cold War, and significant social, economic, and …

The 1940s were a pivotal decade for the United States, marked by profound social, political, and economic changes, largely influenced by World War II and its aftermath.