Gotham is an American city located in central-southern New York State, just north of a line drawn from Binghampton, New York, to Utica, New York. It is also one of the four major cities that make up the larger metropolitan area called the Central New York region.
Geographically, Gotham is situated at the southern end of Long Island and the eastern end of The Hudson River. As such, it experiences extremes in temperature: a mean annual warmest day temperature of 68 degrees F and coldest day temperatures near freezing during winter.
At around 21,300 people per square mile, Greater Gotham’s population density is lower than many other large cities. This makes it a more suitable city to live in compared to some other large cities where buildings are tall but people are small.
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1920s
The decade after World War II is called the post-war period. This is the period when Gotham City was founded.
Gotham is set in this time, and many people refer to it as the roaring twenties. That is because a lot of things about Gotham look like they are in the 1920s, including its style of dress and culture.
The mafia ruled this time, and it was a time of great social change. Women began to gain rights for the first time, and political changes gave people new seats at table.
These changes led to new friendships, new relationships, and new levels of success for people in Gotham. There were also great changes that no one saw coming.
This period also has an impact on Gotham, as new faces join the mafia and government to get what they want.
1930s
The 1930s are a decade away, so that is the time period that is in the 1930s. Gotham is set in the 1990s, so that is the time period that is in the 1900s.
The 1920s were a century away in time, so that is the time period that is in the 1900s. Berlin was built during the 1920s, so that is where Gotham takes place.
There are several iconic organizations and institutions in Gotham such as The Police Department, The Courtroom, The Hall of Fame, and The Rialto Theater. Each of these institutions play a role in society and has people who hold power to resolve issues.
1940s
The decade after World War II is called the post-war decade. This time period is known as the era or time of equality. Women were finally allowed to work and men were finally able to hold jobs without being considered a wife and mother.
During this time, there was a movement known as feminism. Women demanded more rights, such as the right to own a home and a job. This movement changed how people viewed women, helping them become successful at their jobs and live in high society circles.
One company that took advantage of this demand was Theatrical Targets. They would offer products and services to successful people looking to boost their security. Theatrical Targets even had an apartment they rented for those looking to be surrounded by high-profile people.
1950s
The 1900s were a time of technological innovation and social change. In Gotham, this period is referred to as the century of electricity (due to the use of electric lights).
During this time, new technology was introduced that changed everything. These include the introduction of the computer, cell phone technology, and the invention of the car.
Many things that are commonplace today were novel or impossible to imagine during this time. For example, car communication was a science fiction dream until very recently.
The car was a foreign concept and took years for people to appreciate how useful they could be. Even after that, people were skeptical about their safety and usage so only people with special needs or advanced training will use them.
1960s
The 1960s are a long period of time that separates Gotham from the rest of the world. This is the period when the first computers were introduced, and people started to consider it a modern society.
Gotham is set in the 1960s, which is a special time in history. The civil rights movement was at its start and people used modern technology like computers to keep up with friends and other communities.
This movement became social media-enabled, meaning people used phones, computers, and television sets to stay connected. People also used brand logos and terminology to identify themselves, which is how they learned their name was Bruce Wayne.
This is what makes Gotham so popular today: It is a hidden gem that most people do not know exists.
1970s
The 1970s are a time of social change, revolution, and tumult. There is a war going on in the city, and its citizens are struggling to make their voices heard.
Gotham takes place in the late 1970s, early 1980s. This decade was one of change, when new technologies were just beginning to emerge and influence society as a whole.
New technologies like the internet and mobile phones didn’t reach mass popularity until the late 1980s and early 1990s, during the last decade of the seventies and the first decade of the eighties.
Therefore, Gotham is set in the present day, during another time of social change, revolution, and tumult.
1980s
The 1980s are a period of high technology, empty luster boyfriend and girlfriend, big hair, rebellious behavior, and social acceptance of homosexuality.
Gothic themes are prevalent in Gotham City, particularly in the night time scenes. A major landmark is the Goth neighborhood, where most people live and social norms are strict.
Homosexuality is accepted as respectable behavior, though not always accepted by the rest of society. At the very least, people know who you are if you are gay.
Many homosexuals live in Gotham City due to its liberal attitude towards sex and personal expression in art and life. People there know that being true to yourself is important, but they don’t care if you have an unnatural look to them or not.
1990s
The 1980s are nearby, and Gotham is in the midst of a troubled period in its history. The rise of crime syndicates, the emergence of new rich families, and political corruption lead to a time when many people were afraid to go outside at night.
Gotham City itself was a small town located near Wayne Enterprises and Justice Hotel, where people went for entertainment such as theaters and pubs.
However, this was not the case for long. First, there was a movie house where you could get free tickets if you were good enough, then there were movie houses that advertised first-run movies which you had to subscribe to in order to watch them.