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Herbert Hoover is Elected
Shockingly known for saying "we in America today are nearer to the final triumph over poverty than ever before in the history of any land,” at the beginning of his presidency. Unfortunately, he will later be known as and only remembered as the man who was president when the US stock market crashed. -
Black Tuesday
Known as the day of the stock market crash. It signified the beginning of the economic crisis America was soon to face. -
600 Banks Closed
Everyday, banks were closing. And in the last 60 days of 1930, over 600 banks closed nationwide. -
Empire State Building is Completed
The completed construction of the Empire State Building was, at the time, the tallest building in the world, but the US had difficulty filling office spaces. -
The Construction of Hoover Dam
Construction begins. This provides employment for 5000 dedicated men in a nation with 12,000,000 men currently unemployed. -
Franklin D. Roosevelt is Elected
Roosevelt will eventually go on to get elected into a second term. -
Black Sunday
At this point, the Dust Bowl was out of control and this day was the day it caused the most extensive damage. -
Social Security Act
Provided general welfare and benefits to the public in need. This included blind people, children, aged people, cripples, mothers, etc. -
Hoover Dam is Completed
It becomes a symbol of Americas prosperity despite economic challenges. It also created lots of tourism to the town of Las Vegas in order for the workers to gamble, drink, and relax. -
Joe Lewis and Max Schmeling fight
Lewis and Schmeling fight for the first time. Schmeling wins the 1936 Heavyweight Title. -
Lewis vs Schmeling Rematch
Joe Lewis and Max Schmeling box again, this time with much more political weight. Schmeling fights for Germanys pride and Hitlers respect. Lewis is fighting for redemption and against the confidence of Germany. -
Mount Rushmore Completed
The construction of Mount Rushmore is completed. This was part of Roosevelts government program, The NEW Deal
