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The world's largest powers gathered in Washington, D.C, so they could have a conference to discuss naval disarmament in order to relieve tensions growing in East Asia. -
The Stock Market crash was devastating to America. This event Contributed greatly to the Great Depression. It is also referred to as "Black Monday". -
Franklin D. Roosevelt is elected after making promises of a New Deal for the struggling American people. -
Franklin D. Roosevelt keeps his promise to the American people and the New Deal goes into effect. Some called the New Deal "Alphabet Soup" because of the many programs and projects it had.
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Franklin D. Roosevelt calls for a "bank holiday". The bank holiday was meant to close banks until the government audits declared them solvent. This holiday was successful for the economy.
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Federal Prohibition is repealed with the ratification of the 21st amendment.
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Franklin D. Roosevelt passes the Social Security Act, which tremendously helps out American families. -
World War II begins in Europe when Germany invaded Poland. France and Great Britain responded two days later by declaring war on Germany.