Postwar prosperity hits Cape Cod

Date Range

1945 – 1969

Title

Postwar prosperity hits Cape Cod

What occurred

The postwar boom sees a wave of new cottages, motels, restaurants, and commercial centers built on the Cape. Cape Cod's population increases by 27%. The Cape as it is seen today - a summer tourist destination and economy - is fully solidified.

Location

Cape Cod

Image Citation

Aidan Briney - Summer Cape traffic

Student name(s)

Aidan Briney