1997 was a year of emerging change. The first apple computer went on sale. Jimmy Carter was elected president. Now, I am not sure if you know much about Jimmy Carter, but he aspired to make America "competent and compassionate." and to be responsive to the needs of the people.
This was also an era of rising inflation and mounting energy costs. Carter worked hard to reduce unemployment and inflation. Back then, there was a clear message that Americans had to reduce their oil consumption as well. The New York city blackout occured, and the World Trade center is New York was completed. In France, the last execution by guillotine occured and the noble peace prize is awarded to Amnesty International.
Star Wars opened up in film theaters.
In Popular culture begins the development of punk music, from groups like the Ramones, Iggy Pop's ,Clash, Elvis Costello & Sex Pistols
Elvis Presley died of a heart attack.
There are some of the events which happened during this time period. All contributing to Art within this year which I will explore in my next post.
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