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Coming of age

Talkin’ ‘bout my generation

Posted February 15th, 2017

Does coming of age in a particular era decisively shape people’s values, habits and personalities? Yes, say some analysts. They argue, for example, that the “Greatest Generation” — Americans who grew up during the Great Depression, World War II and the Korean War — is known for being loyal, hardworking and disciplined. Other generations have been influenced by times of economic affluence, stock market crashes and wars.