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.