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Decades That Defined Us

This series retraces the sixties, seventies, and eighties with archival footage and testimonies, allowing viewers to revisit pivotal eras that shaped our identity.

The 1960s, 70s, and 80s marked a new era in modern history, but with humanity emerging from two devastating world wars, new challenges emerged as empires crumbled and countries gained independence for the first time since centuries. The world was divided into two during the Cold War, where billions lived in fear of nuclear annihilation, waiting to see which side would blink first. Protests, both peaceful and violent, forced a radical rethinking of how people are treated based on their race and gender, as Martin Luther King's dream came true, leading to greater equality and enabling the influx of ideas from other cultures and identities.

Info about Decades That Defined Us

Network: U&Yesterday

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Documentary