Curated OER
History Matters: Deaf and Unemployed in Dubuque
Read this poignant interview, transcribed by a WPA worker, in which a deaf couple describes the hardships they encountered during the Great Depression, compounded because of their disability.
Flow of History
Flow of History: The Great Depression
The Great Depression, its causes and effects, is profiled through text and a colored graphic flowchart of events. Visually appealing for both students and teachers.
ibiblio
Ibiblio: Hoover Library: A Thousand Fronts
Provides a clear description of the problems Hoover faced as President during the Great Depression.
Curated OER
History Matters: The Bum as Con Artist
History Matters reprints a 1929 newspaper article by journalist Tom Kromer, who contended that the beggar was a con man in the beginning of the Great Depression. It seems that Mr. Kromer became unemployed himself within the year, so...
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Digital History
Digital History: Herbert Hoover and the Depression [Pdf]
Herbert Hoover was a very smart man, but could not save the United States from the Great Depression. Read about his philosophy of government, helping those large coprorations which needed government assistance, and helping individuals...
University of Groningen
American History: Outlines: The Great Depression
Brief overview of the stock market crash and ensuing events of the Great Depression, 1929.
Other
Utah History to Go: The Great Depression
An interesting look at the effects of the Great Depression on the citizens of Utah, a state which had the fourth highest rate of unemployment. Read about the state and federal programs which gave aid during this period of time.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Picture Review of the 1930's
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart can be used to introduce or review the major aspects of the 1930's, including the Stock Market Crash, Hoover's presidency, the Bonus Army, the Dust Bowl, FDR and his New Deal Programs.