Roaring Twenties

The Roaring Twenties refers to the decade of the 1920s in the United States, characterized by significant social, cultural, and economic change. Following World War I, the country experienced rapid growth, technological advancements, and a rise in consumerism. Jazz music flourished, and cultural movements like the Harlem Renaissance emerged, celebrating African American art and literature. This era also saw women's suffrage, culminating in the 1920 vote for women. However, the decade ended with the stock market crash of 1929, leading to the Great Depression. Overall, the Roaring Twenties was a dynamic period of change and modernity.