In the years just after World War II, Washington experienced the following:
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New Industries - The post-war period saw the emergence of new industries, particularly in defense and technology.
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Growth of Cities - Urban areas, including Washington, D.C., saw population growth as people moved to cities for jobs.
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Growth of Suburbs - Suburbanization became a significant trend as many families moved from cities to suburban areas for more space and a different lifestyle.
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New Forms of Transportation - The development of the interstate highway system and improvements in public transportation contributed to changing travel patterns.
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Advances in Technology - Post-war innovations in technology, especially in communications and aerospace, had a notable impact.
These five options reflect the changes and developments that occurred in Washington and across the United States during that time.