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Timeline 1920's & Great Depression
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18th Amendment
Alcohol is made illegal in the US. It was ratified on January 16, 1919 and took action on January 17, 1920. -
19th Amendment
The nineteenth amendment gave women full citizenship and gave them the right to vote. -
The "Flapper" Look
Girls started wearing things more comfortable such as shorter skirts and Bob haircuts, they also started smoking and drinking. -
Al Capone
Al Capone was an American gangster that illegally made and sold alcohol. He was finally caught when the government found out he wasn't paying taxes. -
The 'Oscars'
The Oscars first started in 1928, It was founded by The Academy Of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in 1927. Best Picture for 1928: Wings - Paramount -
Black Tuesday (Wall Street Crash)
On Black Tuesday the biggest stock market ever recorded in Americans history occurred. This crash eventually led to The Great Depression. -
Dust Bowls
Also known as "The Dirty Thirties", during this time a series of severe dust storms greatly affected the economy and agriculture. -
Roosevelt As President
Frnaklin D Roosevelt was elected. -
The Longshoremen Strike
Aid with the communists party, shipping and trade was delayed in california, oregon and washington.
