Between+the+Wars


 * Between the Wars
 * Decisions made in the wake of World War I laid the groundwork for ongoing conflict
 * The economy of the United States went through cycles of prosperity & optimism and depression & despair
 * The rise to power of dictators and totalitarian governments had disturbing social and political influences

Photos from the '20's: [|1 - Swimsuits] [|2 - Prohibition] raid [|3 - Alcohol]protest [|4 - Prohibition]protest [|5 - Circus]entertainment [|6 - Radio]times 7 - The [|Charleston] [|8 - Criminals] [|9 - Celebrities]1 [|10 - Celebrities]2

[|Roaring 20's Voice Thread] - please watch and write down any questions or comments you have by Thursday, Feb. 20.

[|History.com link] on the 1920's

[|Snapshot: The 1920's]

[|Snapshot: The 1930's]

Causes of the Great Depression:
 * Overproduction
 * Misuse of credit
 * Shady business practices
 * Stock Market crash
 * Bank failures

Great Depression Photos