The Great Depression

By Kaitlyn McRae
  • Herbert Hoover

    Herbert Hoover

    Herber Hoover was the 31st president. He ended his term on March 4, 1933. He believed that people should fight for themselves.
  • Black Tuesday

    Black Tuesday

    This is the day when the stock market collapsed and The Great Depression started.
  • Dust Bowl

    Dust Bowl

    An area of land where vegetation is vast with dust everywhere. This causes it to be kicked up and it is caused by a drought.
  • Hawley Smoot Tariff

    Hawley Smoot Tariff

    It raised import duties to protect American businesses and farmers, adding considerable strain.
  • Fireside Chats

    Fireside Chats

    One series of radio broadcasts made by FDR to the nation
  • FDR New Deal

    FDR New Deal

    Franklin Rosevelt set federal programs that would help 'cure' The Great Depression.