"<span>The </span>United States in the 1950s<span> experienced marked economic growth – with an increase in manufacturing and home construction amongst a </span>post–World War II economic expansion<span>. The </span>Cold War<span> and its associated conflicts helped create a politically conservative climate in the country, as the quasi-confrontation intensified throughout the entire decade. Fear of </span>communism<span> caused public Congressional hearings in both houses of </span>Congress<span> while </span>anti-communism<span> was the prevailing sentiment in the United States throughout the period." -Wikipedia</span>
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On November 11, 1966, Gemini 12, piloted by Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin, became the first manned spacecraft to make a re-entry into Earth’s atmosphere that was automatically controlled. The Gemini program was a success and moved the United States ahead of the Soviet Union in Space Race. Apollo Moon Landing Program
There may be several reasons why there are trees on the roof of the White House. First that comes to mind is for aesthetic reasons - they make the roof seem more beautiful and appealing. Other than that, the reason may be practical - to hide the windows of the White House, so that no one can see what's happening there.
Because the decisive victory was followed shortly afterward by news of a peace treaty, many Americans at the time mistakenly believed the Battle of New Orleans had won the war. The Battle of New Orleans is also important because it propelled Andrew Jackson to fame as a war hero.
