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Evolution of the American Dream - Coggle Diagram
Evolution of the American Dream
1630s
1900s:
post 1920s(WW1)
The Great Depression
during and post WW2
1960s:
1970s:
1980s & 1990s:
today:
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The Dream became much more materialistic.
evolving technology,
the continuing fight for minorities.
a revolution of the social norms clothing, music, drugs, sexuality formalities and civil rights all see a change in this time
evolution of music: disco
The American Dream's sole purpose was to fight for democracy and freedom for all across the world
Mostly about having a steady job, a wife/husband, a home...
the fight against communism
Now the dream is not about wealth and extravagance but where to find food.
to survive, support family and loved ones from demise, to be comfortable.
The American Dream evolved into a desire for success, wealth and power
orchestra, music, opera -> to get rich and party
Puritans saw an opportunity to mine gold
settlement
The Puritans came over America for a new start
They needed to get away from corruption in Britain
The people developed a theocracy - a combination of state and religous power