Lesson 52 of 84 · U.S. History
⭐ 30 XP🏰 History KeepThe Great Depression and the New Deal
The Great Depression, beginning with the stock market crash of 1929, plunged the United States into a decade-long economic crisis, profoundly affecting the lives of millions.
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⚡ The twist
The same event looks different depending on who's telling the story.
Mind = Blown
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Then & Now
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The Great Depression, beginning with the stock market crash of 1929, plunged the United States into a decade-long economic crisis, profoundly affecting the lives of millions. Unemployment soared, banks failed, and many Americans faced dire poverty. In response, President Franklin D. Roosevelt implemented the New Deal, a series of programs and reforms aimed at economic recovery and social relief. The New Deal included initiatives such as Social Security, public works projects, and regulations to stabilize the banking system, marking a significant shift in the role of the federal government in the economy and laying the groundwork for modern social welfare policies.
Key Facts
The Great Depression began with the stock market crash on October 29, 1929.
President Franklin D. Roosevelt initiated the New Deal to combat the economic crisis.
Social Security was one of the key programs created during the New Deal.
Timeline
The Civil War begins
The Civil War ends; slavery is abolished
The Transcontinental Railroad is completed
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What event is commonly regarded as the start of the Great Depression?
Why this still matters
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