The world was far more innocent back then and people were definitely less hung up on the idea of stranger danger than they are now. Communities were closer and there was definitely more of a sense of familiarity among neighborhoods.
These days the thought of a stranger approaching a child will send chills up a parent’s spine.
Everyone Had Their Favorite Charlie's Angel
There was the team for Jaclyn Smith, some fought for Kate Jackson, but it was Farah Fawcett who stole the hearts of many. Still, everyone had their own little quirk that they favored in each Angel.
One thing is certain, these super crime-fighting gals were on the bedroom walls of many teens out there.
Fashion Choices
On the bright side, during the 70s, clothing was finally becoming a little more homogeneous and men and women could finally embrace similar fashions. Unfortunately, some of those items came in the form of short shorts and tube socks which for some reason seemed like a good look back then.
In retrospect, they could have done a little better but at least they thought they looked hip.
Not Knowing About Star Wars
Just imagine living in the few years before the Star Wars mania. People were just going about their day not knowing what was about to hit them a decade later.
Soon it would be all lightsabers and muffled scary breaths. What were they referencing then?
The Watergate Hearings
Even those who weren't up to date on politics were still glued to televisions and radios over the Watergate Hearings. Many people felt that they were witnessing the end of democracy as we know it.
When Americans eventually saw Nixon leave the White House and get into that helicopter, the nation was absolutely mesmerized, making that event the most unforgettable moment of the 70s.