CELEBRATE a birthday, anniversary, or special occasion by stepping into 1946 through authentic newspaper headlines and reports. Relive key moments, including the rebuilding of postwar America, scientific breakthroughs, cultural milestones, and the return of everyday life and entertainment. Choose a cover and personalise your copy with a name and message to create a unique, meaningful gift.
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RADIOS MURMER in every home, factories buzz with production, and families gather in suburban streets, sharing meals, music, and news. Soldiers return from war, communities adjust to peacetime life, and nations across the world chart new courses after years of conflict. From the atomic tests at Bikini Atoll to the rise of television and the silver screen, 1946 is a year defined by recovery, innovation, and the hope of a brighter future.
Follow the story of 1946 through authentic newspaper articles, curated from original reports of the time. This edition captures a world balancing reconstruction and optimism, strikes and scientific discovery, sports and entertainment โ exactly as it was reported when it happened.
Featuring:
ย โ Emperor Hirohitoโs Humanity Declaration and Japanโs postwar reconstruction
โ The conclusion of the Nuremberg Trials
โ Labor strikes and the postwar shift from wartime to civilian industry in the U.S.
โ Natural disasters, including the Pacific tsunami that devastated Hawaii
โ Scientific breakthroughs in rocketry, radar, and atomic energy
โ Global independence movements, including the Philippines and Jordan
โ Daily life in postwar America: radios, appliances, baseball, college football, horse racing, and cinema
โ Hollywood glamour: Itโs a Wonderful Life, The Outlaw, and Oscar-winning performances
โ Music and culture: big bands, crooners, jazz, and the rise of new styles
โ Women achieving recognition in business, sports, literature, and peace work
This book is an ideal gift for birthdays, anniversaries, special occasions or history enthusiasts. Choose from a range of covers and personalise your copy with a name and message to create a one-of-a-kind keepsake โ a snapshot of 1946, brought to life through the pages of contemporary newspapers.ย
Archivist insight: These newspaper articles are reproduced from scan archives. Some pages may show blemishes or slight imperfections, reflecting the authenticity of the original reports.
Cover: Hardback
Size: Tabloid (29.8 cm x 36.4 cm)
Pages: 160+
Paper source: Our books use responsibly sourced paper from FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified paper manufacturers.
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