Work Progress Administration

The Work Progress Administration (WPA) was a major U.S. government program created in 1935 during the Great Depression. Its goal was to reduce unemployment by funding large-scale public projects such as roads, bridges, schools, and parks. The WPA employed millions of Americans, providing them with wages and work opportunities, while also improving the country’s infrastructure. It also supported artists, writers, and performers through various cultural programs. The WPA played a key role in revitalizing the economy and building lasting public resources, demonstrating how government intervention can help during economic crises.