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American capitalism took off and they tried to claim labor unions were unconstitutional. Political
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Al Capone became rich and famous by selling moonshine, gambling, and prostitution. He became a big gang boss in New York and Chicago. Economic
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Production, sale, consumption, and posession of all intoxicating liquors was illegal, and would remain illegal until late 1933. Political
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New to the New York Yankees, George Herman Ruth hit a "colossal clout" against the Boston Red Sox, and soon became famous for hitting a lot of home runs. Social
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The 19th amendment gave women the right to vote, and women also gained many other freedoms in the 20s. Social
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The football we all know and love today was founded in 1920 and brought the best football players onto the field. It caused big economic booms in urban areas. Economic
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This is Lewis' first big novel that sold over 25,000 copies and encouraged him to write more and make more money on it. Social
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Elected in 1923, Coolidge became the 30th president of the United States, and was president until 1929. Political
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Limited amount of immigrants allowed in the United States with a quota. Political
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Ford Motor Company, ran by Henry Ford, exceeded $1,000,000,000 in net worth, and created more jobs for people in America. Economic
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When John Scopes was arrested and found guilty for teaching evolution in his biology classes when it was illegal. Political
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Charles Lindbergh became the first person to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. Some say he cheated because he used a plane. Social
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The first movie with sound that was synced to the actors was released in Hollywood in 1927. Social
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Walt Disney created the best cartoon in the history of the world in Mickey Mouse. Social
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Economic issue that caused all business stocks to collapse and everybody was broke for the next 10 years. Economic