American History The Great Depression
After the stock market crash in October of 1929, the United States went through a period of great economic crisis. The average family income dropped 40% causing great finicial difficulties. Around 300,000 companies went out of business. People were without work, hungry, and homeless. Soup kitchens helped people get a bite to eat.
During this time a great drought turned the Midwest into a large scorched area where dust storms were frequent.
President Roosevelt promoted a wide variety of federally funded programs aimed at restoring America's economy. This difficult time lasted for 10 years .
