Sports
This major league baseball player won the American MVP Award three times within a single decade, once in 1951, '54 and '55.
Who was Yogi Berra?
Was an American actress, model, and singer. Famous for playing comedic "blonde bombshell" characters.
Who is Marilyn Monroe (Norma Jeane Mortenson)?
The top musical artist of the 1950's
Who was Elvis Presley?
This war started in June of 1950
What was the Korean War?
A popular article of clothing for women
What is the "Poodle Skirt"?
These two major league baseball teams fought for the World Series title in 1952, 1953, 1955 and 1956.
Who are the New York Yankees and Brooklyn Dogers?
Was an American actor, filmmaker, Oscar winner and Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient. He was among the top box office draws for three decades.
Who is John Wayne (Marion Mitchell Morrison/Duke)?
The most popular type of music in the 50's
What is the Blues? or What is Rock and Roll?
This state became apart of the United States in 1959
What is Alaska?
This man kept the fedora hat and black and white shoes alive a little longer.
Who was Frank Sintra?
The 1952 Summer Olympic Games were held here.
What is Helsinki, Finland?
Was an American singer, comedian and actor. The first multimedia star, he was a leader in record sales, radio ratings, and motion picture grosses.
Who was Harold Lillis "Bing" Crosby Jr?
Sang the song "Come fly with me"
Who was Frank Sinatra?
This person opened the first McDonald fast food restaurant in 1955
Who was Ray Kroc?
This beloved animated fairytale about a girl and a glass slipper was released in the year 1950
What is Cinderella?
He is the only boxing champion to retire undefeated.
Who is Rocky Marciano?
Was an American actor, singer and comedian. He was nicknamed "The King of Cool" for his seemingly effortless charisma and self-assurance.
Who was Dean Martin?
Sang "Mac the Knife"
Who was Bobby Darin?
In 1955 this person remained seated on a bus
Who was Rosa Parks?
These are the two presidents that were in office in the 50's
Who are Harry S. Truman and Dwight D. Eisenhower?
This professional golfer dropped out of highschool to pursue their career in sports. Excelling in golf, basketball, track and field as well as overcoming cancer, this athlete would go on to make history for more than one reason.
Who is Babe Didrikson Zaharias?
Was an American film actress who, after starring in several significant films, became Princess of Monaco by marrying Prince Rainier III in April 1956.
Who was Grace Kelly?
Sang "Great Balls of Fire"
Who is Jerry Lee Lewis?
This person was killed in 1959 in a plane crash in Clear Lake, Iowa
Who was Buddy Holly?
This memorable theme park was built on July 17, 1955
What is Disneyland?