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    Radio in the 1920s In the 1920s Radio Broadcasting became one of America’s favorite sources of entertainment. During this time period most Americans depended on radio for their source of communication‚ since television was not yet invented. The invention of radio had a major impact on Americans. Radio stations sent out a variety of shows and programs such as; sports‚ musical concerts‚ and newscasts. The radio became a regular past time for Americans in this time period. Radio became a production

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    Roaring Twenties. This era pioneered the way to modern America. This decade followed the conclusion of World War I‚ “the war to end all wars”. The United States experienced a radical change socially‚ economically‚ politically and innovatively. The 1920s would be an era where the identity of the United States would evolve and become a staple in modern society. “The most vivid impressions of that era are flappers and dance halls‚ movie palaces and radio empires and prohibition and speakeasies.” (Zeitz

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    contributed to the boom as they expanded the market with goods which were cheaper and better which made the lives of the American people easier and better. These came as a result of developments in technology. Products like radios were sold and in 1920 the USA’s first radio station ‘KDKA’ was created and by 1930 40% of all homes in the USA had a radio set. This highlights how important products like the radio were to the American people and with such a large amount of people buying the products the

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    The 1920s are often referred to as the roaring twenties. It was the time of economic prosperity and technological advances. More and more Americans were relocating into cities instead of rural areas. The wealth of the nation nearly doubled resulting in America becoming a consumer society (Mintz & McNeil). Spending was at an all time high; Americans spent their money on new items including electric refrigerators and radios. One of the most notable consumer products sold during this time was the

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    The 20’s‚ Fun or Fear? The 1920s was a time period filled with new beginnings. America was now recovering from the war so Americans were trying to get the economy together again. Even though there were still issues within America‚ Americans blanked out the bad by obtaining themselves with the good of the country. The 20’s was filled with new things‚ economically and politically‚ but the social aspect of the 20’s proved to be fun based on the change of view on traditional standards for women‚ the

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    In America’s 1920s there was a huge clash of beliefs and opinions. A new modern outlook had appeared and many peopled followed it. There were many conflicts between these new viewpoints like the famed‚ Scopes “Monkey” Trial and the 18th Amendment which prohibited the manufacture‚ sale‚ transport‚ import‚ or export of alcoholic beverages. The 1920s was a decade of reform in almost every aspect of society; life was modernizing. Americans experienced a differentiating of opinions throughout the decade

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    Tim Nash once said‚ “The 1920s represented a time of tremendous social changes‚ which was reflected in fashion as well.” The Roaring 20’s was a memorable time period to many as this was an incredible generation that introduced new music‚ movie productions‚ and style changes. During the Jazz Era‚ government was also very busy dealing with the wars as well as giving women new freedoms. The social changes that happened over those few years also affected the future and how women act today. Each advancement

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    without getting caught and were not afraid of anything or anyone. Although the Mafia is still around today their prime years were from the 1920s to the 1970’s. Beginning in the late 19th century organized crime rose in popularity among American people. The Mafia and its following depended on family ties‚ secrecy‚ and loyalty as they participated

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    Did you know in the 1920s two hundred and twenty seven gangsters were killed in the space of four years in Chicago(Chamernik‚ Mike). The period of Prohibition was very important part of America’s history . During Prohibition there was the mafia and their notorious characters such as Al Capone and the young Federal Bureau of Investigation. In the 1920s during the period of prohibition a new kind of Gangsters came about which specialized in illegally transportation and selling of alcohol. Prohibition

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    Judit Rosanas Mrs Sandoval US History 6 May 2015 Prohibition The 1920s‚ also known as the roaring twenties‚ were a decade with a lot of political and social changes. High buildings were build‚ huge parties were thrown and many people became wealthy and moved to the city with their families‚ where the roll of women started changing a lot. They economy grew a lot and a lot of people were having the life that they have always dreamed of‚ so everything started to get a little crazy. Alcohol started

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