Boomer Generation Characteristics That Still Shape American Life
The Baby Boomer generation, born between 1946 and 1964, emerged from a transformative era. Following the end of World War II, the nation experienced an unprecedented "baby boom," fueled by returning soldiers, economic prosperity after the Great Depression, and landmark opportunities like the G.I. Bill. This cohort, numbering over 76 million at its peak, represented a quarter of the US population and went on to profoundly influence every aspect of American society....