Step back into a year of striking contrasts, where the rumble of rock 'n' roll met the shadow of global tension. By the mid-1950s, Americans enjoyed a rising standard of living, even as the House UnAmerican Activities Committee searched the entertainment industry for Communist sympathizers and news from overseas hinted at a more dangerous world. This 46-recording collection captures the authentic voices and sounds of 1956, offering over 23 hours of broadcasts that bring the era to life through news, drama, variety, and music.
