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Great Awakening
Prior to the Great Awakening, ministers were a representation of the upper class. Money became more important than John Calvin's religious teachings of Calvinism/ Protestantism. But during this time, preachers started their own churches as well as their own schools to make way for their new worship style. Because of this separation of religions, this started a more democratic era in the American colonies. People were finally starting to step off of their high horse and form a democratic society. -
New York Children's Aid Society (CAS)
The New York Children's Aid Society was founded in 1853 by a tiny group of those who were concerned about the well being of children who were homeless and on the streets, children who were neglected in their own homes, and those children who were considered to be delinquent. By putting these children to work, giving them an education, and giving them a better living environment, the founders of CAS believed that they could mold these children into upstanding citizens. -
Civil War Era
What caused the Civil War was the dividing of the American people. Americans were out for themselves and what was in their best interest. Poor people were left to fend for themselves while the rich sat on their large properties and stuck their noses up.This distrust for one another was treacherous for the social welfare of America and what caused thousands of deaths to the American people. This war drove a wedge between everyone and caused one another to choose a side. America was split in half. -
Progressive Era
People were starting to believe that by providing our youth with a decent education as well as a good work environment, they could help the social issues that were going on at the time. Some social issues that were an issue at the time were racism and poverty. Social changes were being made at this time, voting was being encouraged and issued were being talked about. The people were finally standing together as one nation. -
Great Depression
During the 1920's America was a booming nation with industries and people were gaining a sense of value. But, in 1929, the stock market crashed and began the Great Depression. Morale of the American people went down, so far that many people became suicidal. The downfall of the economy was a culture shock to most. Americans were in competition with one another for jobs. People were losing their houses, and they had nowhere to turn. The social welfare during this period was at a very low point. -
Post World War II/GI Bill
After WWII ended, America was a brand new nation. While the men were away at war, women were taking their places working and maintaining the economy. Women were gaining a feeling of self worth and started to see themselves as more than housewives. The GI Bill helped the soldiers return and adapt to life as a civilian again. This bill funded loans for businesses and houses, education, and employment opportunities for the men returning home from war. The country's morale was becoming optimistic. -
Civil Rights Act of 1964
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was a huge step in the right direction for America. This act ensured that no one could be fired, promoted, or hired based on the color of their skin or by their sex. This act was the start of outlawing discrimination in America. Because of this act, America started booming in morale and many people were finally starting to feel as an equal individual to their fellow Americans.
