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Calvin Coolidge Becomes President
After the death of the 29th president, Calvin Coolidge becomes the 30th president. He was admired by many and his term was named the "Coolidge Prosperity". -
Immigration Act of 1924
This act was passed to limit the number of immigrants entering America. However, it was an indirect expression of the American government's xenophobia. -
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The New Deal
Implemented by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, this was a group of government programs which attempted to recover America after the Great Depression. -
End of the Prohibition
The 21st Amendment was ratified, which ended the national ban on alcohol. -
Adolf Hitler Becomes Germany's Füher
Hitler abolishes the presidential office of Germany and names himself the Füher, making him the absolute dictator of the nation. -
Hoover Dam Completion
After five years of construction, the Hoover Dam was complete. This controlled the flooding of the Colorado River. -
World War I Starts
World War I begins when Germany invades Poland and included nations worldwide including major alliances like the Axis and Allies powers. -
America Declares War on Japan
After Japan's bombing of Pearl Harbor, America declares war on them, and enters World War II.