Particle physics in the early 1950s

The author describes the work of particle physicists in the 1950's and focuses on three broad characteristics of the era. Firstly rapid developments occurred. Experiments had timescales of a few months, rarely more than a year. Secondly, many new ideas were formulated, a good proportion of which were useful, and lastly, experimental discoveries were the driving force behind progress. Experimental advances, including accelerator and detector design, relied heavily on the substantial funding which was made available then. (UK)