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The Harlem Renaissance
The ‘Harlem Renaissance’ was a very popular club for African Americans. It was a club in Harlem, New York. It had dance, jazz, and much more fun. Harlem was a big destination for many of the African Americans. Although it was such an extraordinary place, the ‘Harlem Renaissance’ was closed due to the Great Depression. It was definitely a club that put a name for what a club should be. -
Flappers
In the 1920’s a big fad was the fashion choices. The ladies wore flashy clothing with beads, and short haircuts. These choices were considered liberal choices, and you would have a free spirit. The ladies that wore this clothing were called flappers. -
Speakeasy
During prohibition (the ban on alcohol) people had secret bars that sold alcohol. They had secret passwords to get into them, and they were privated. -
The 18th Amendment
The 18th Amendment was a law passed that banned the consumption of alcohol. Many people were against it and for it -
The 19th Amendment
The Amendment that gave women the right to vote. It also established that no one should be denied to vote. -
Sports
Sports in the 1920’s, especially football, were not very safe. Their gear was not very protective, but many people enjoyed the sport. It was not as popular as baseball, but it was still a sport people had to watch. The NFL was created in 1920, but not many people were in the league. 14 members to be exact. -
KDKA Radio Broadcast
In the 1920’s, there was one main radio station named, KDKA. The radios were only in rich households. People could not travel and listen to the radio. News was still sent to the stations, but it would not be reported as quickly as one would of wanted. -
Scopes Trial
John Scopes was a high school teacher that taught evolution, even though it was against the law. He was found guilty and was fined $100 -
Sacco and Vanzetti
They were two Italian anarchists who were also atheists. They were put on trial for murdering a guard, even though they didn't. They were found guily, and charged with the death penelty. -
Kellogg Briand Pact
It was a promise to not use war to resolve disputes or conflicts. Basically a ban on war. -
My Birthday
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Pearl Harbor Parade
Our band went to Hawaii, and we preformed at the Pearl Harbor Memorial parade. This was a momentous ocassion for our band. We were there under merit, and it was such a big event for us and me. Celebrating the lives that were lost at Pearl Harbor. -
Graduation
