1930s American History

The 1930s in America was a tumultuous decade marked by the Great Depression, a severe economic downturn caused by stock market crash and widespread bank failures. Millions lost jobs and homes, leading to widespread poverty. In response, President Franklin D. Roosevelt introduced the New Deal, a series of programs aimed at economic recovery and social reform. The decade also saw significant social changes, including the rise of labor unions and cultural shifts through jazz, Hollywood, and art. Despite hardships, the era laid the foundation for modern social safety nets and further government intervention in the economy.