With World War One coming to a close, the 1920s were seen as a decade to "return to normalcy". As it would turn out, that decade would be anything but normal!
For this week's blog, visit this website. Notice this site gives you information about significant events from each year of the decade. Also, as you scroll down on the main page, you will find interesting info about the culture (music, sports, fashion etc) of the decade.
Spend some time perusing this site and finding items of interest.
For the comment section...
1) Create a "Top 10 List" of the 10 most interesting things you learned from this site about this decade. (100 words at least)
2) Write a paragraph as to why the 1920s was "anything but normal" for Americans. (100 words at least).
Ten interesting facts about the 1920’s (Word Count 100)
ReplyDelete1. In the year of 1920 the Russian Civil War ended.
2. The first Winter Olympics was held in the year of 1924.
3. Insulin was mass-produced for the treatment of diabetes in the year of 1923.
4. 1923 marked the first home game was played at the Original Yankee stadium by the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox.
5. Howard Carter opens King Tutankhamun's Tomb in 1923.
6. The Great Gatsby was published in 1925.
7. In 1925 the Grand Ole Opry began broadcasting.
8. In 1927 Columbine Mine Massacre begins.
9. In 1927 work began on Mount Rushmore
10. In 1929 the Wall Street crashed.
The 1920’s was not normal to Americans because the things and events that occurred during this time never had happened before this period in time. The 1920s was also not normal for Americans because many of the events like the first ever car created and the building of Mount Rushmore and many more things was an occurrence that you would normally see or even hear of everyday. Also because of the fact that so many things were new and different to Americans in The 1920s. The 1920s had changed America greatly and had improved technology and such other things. (100 Words)
The League of Nations is founded but the United States votes against joining.
ReplyDeleteEgypt declares its independence.
The first successful flight of an autogyro, the predecessor to a helicopter, takes place.
The first successful flight of an autogyro, the predecessor to a helicopter, takes place.
The first issue of the New Yorker magazine is published
The first SAT college admissions test is given to high school students.
The Columbine Mine Massacre takes place in Serene, Colorado during 1927
Republican candidate Herbert Hoover wins the United States presidential election after defeating the Democratic candidate, Al Smith.
The Wall Street Crash of 1929 started the period of The Great Depression in the United States
Walt Disney's famous Mickey Mouse cartoon character appears for the first time in "Steamboat Willie."
The 1920’s wasn’t normal because allot of things changed. Men changed their clothing to look younger and women went dress in ways that felt comfortable. Another thing is the Model T car and the mass production of it. Another thing is sports like baseball, football, and basketball becoming a big deal. Another this is inflation was a big thing which is increase in price but product down. Technology became a big deal with people wanting to invent the new big things. Electric things was a big deal due to allot of people didn’t have it but a few. Homes was allot more different than house now different furniture, ovens, and many more. (Word Count: 112)
The League of Nations is founded but the United States votes against joining
ReplyDeleteThe summer olympics happen
Russia and Poland establish a permanent border
Chanel perfume is invented !!
The first Macy’s thanksgiving parade happens
Very first Winter Olympics happen
The great Gatsby is published by F. Scott Fitzgerald
The first motel opens in San Luis Obispo
The scopes monkey trial happens
The grand Ole Opry Begins broadcasting
The roaring twenties was a time to be alive in all reason. This was the time to be a flapper girl or a gangsta. It was a crazy time full of a lot. They had guns,drugs,flappers,”tramps” you name it they got it. They were all about their cars and money. The fashion for men was very less stuffy and they wanted to make a youthful fashion statement. The women on the other hand were trying new things and dressing in a way that would be better and more comfortable to them. Sports were becoming a thing in the twenties and people were getting a lot more involved with it. Baseball was a very popular sport and it introduced Babe Ruth into the world who would make a big mark. (100)
“Top 10 List”
ReplyDelete1) With the ending of World War I a housing boom in Britain and the United States leads to an increase in home ownership.
2) Nineteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is ratified on August 18, giving women the right to vote.
3) The Summer Olympics take place in Antwerp, Belgium and they emphasize reconciliation after World War I.
4) The Irish Revolution leads to the Government of Ireland Act of 1920 providing for the partition of Ireland into Northern Ireland and Southern Ireland with separate parliaments leading to the creation of the Irish Free State.
Russia and Poland establish a permanent border when they sign the Treaty of Riga.
5) The Emergency Quota Act is passed to restrict immigration from Southern and Eastern Europe.
6) The Fordney-McCumber Act places a high tariff on imports into the United States.
7) King Tutankhamun's Tomb is opened by Howard Carter.
Insulin is mass-produced for the treatment of diabetes.
The Great Kanto earthquake devastates Tokyo and Yokohama in 1923 leaving over 100,000 fatalities.
8) First Home Game Played at the Original Yankee Stadium between the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox
Adolf Hitler leads the Nazi Party in failed coup attempt ( Beer Hall Putsch ) in Germany.
9) The first Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is held on November 27th, 1924.
10) The Great Mississippi Flood in 1927 affects 700,000 people in what was then considered the greatest national disaster in US history.
The 1920’s was a time of unormalcy. This time period took away from the life people were used to before this time. Some reasons as to why this was unormal to them was getting new places to live at in boom cities, new fashion ideas for women, men and children, toys for the kids were different, sports in America were exploding, especially baseball including Babe Ruth. This was a way different time than before, partly because of the war things were changing.
Also, the criminal rate was going up, a main player in crime in the 20’s was Al Capone. He was top not in criminal investigation but was never charged. He was later charged with Tax Invastion. This decade was a time to alive. (125)
1. If you have 100 dollars Converted from 1920 to 2009 it would be equivalent to $1,023 in today's money.
ReplyDelete2. The Wall Street crash of 1929 started the period of the Great Depression in the United States.
3. The Great Mississippi flood affected over 700,000 people in which what was known as the greatest national disaster in United States history.
4. An Earthquake of 8.6 on richter scale struck Xining. China in 1927 which ended up killing 200,000 people.
5. In 1926, the first SAT college admissions test was given to high school students.
6. In 1926, Route 66, running from Chicago to Los Angeles was opened.
7. In 1925, the first motel opened in San Luis Obispo California.
8. The Great Gatsby was published in 1925.
9. The Communist Party of China was created in 1921.
10. The Summer Olympics took place in Antwerp, Belgium in 1920 and emphasized reconciliation after WW1. (148 words)
The 1920’s was nowhere near normal because of many events happening in this time frame. In 1920, the 18th amendment was passed which forbade the manufacture, sale, or transportation of alcohol. The Great Depression starting in 1929 played a huge role in society in the United States. Men started to change their fashion and tried to look more “youthful.” Women started dressing in their own way. Women started to dress in ways they felt comfortable (flapper). Laws were passed for Prohibition which made the possession of alcohol illegal. This decade provided some of the best known gangsters. These gangsters made vast wealth by opening illegal bars called “speakeasies.” (108 words)
Top ten:
ReplyDelete*“Nineteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is ratified on August 18, giving women the right to vote.”
*“The 18th Amendment ( Volstead Act / National Prohibition Act ) goes into force at the beginning of the decade which in turn leads to increased black market alcohol that is sold in speakeasies and run by mobsters who pay off local politicians”
*“Russia and Poland establish a permanent border when they sign the Treaty of Riga.”
*“The Communist Party of China is created.”
*“Egypt declares its independence.”
*“The British Broadcasting Company (BBC) is formed and financed by a Post Office license fee of 10 shillings, payable by anyone owning a radio receiver.”
*“Gandhi preached for mass civil disobedience, non-violence and peaceful resistance against British Rule in India and British Authorities sentenced him to six years' imprisonment.”
*“The Great Kanto earthquake devastates Tokyo and Yokohama in 1923 leaving over 100,000 fatalities.”
*“First Home Game Played at the Original Yankee Stadium between the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox”
*“The first Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is held on November 27th, 1924.” (180)
In the “roaring twenties”, as people call it, was chaotic. So many things were invented and changed in a blink of an eye. People could do anything they desired, mostly. It was a time full of money, drugs, women dressed completely differently, and back then (scandalous), mobsters, and parties. A “dad’s worst nightmare” time. If you really wanted to go all out and be crazy then the twenties was your type of decade. Compared to other decades, the twenties were like the rebellious teenager trying to understand who they are. While the other decades were like the older siblings and the younger. (102)
What Happened in the 1920’s era?
ReplyDeleteThe Summer Olympics take place in Antwerp Belgium and they emphasize reconciliation after World War 1
the famous and iconic “channel No. 5” perfume is created by Coco Channel
Egypt declares its independence
fifty thousand people affected during Lower Louisiana Floods in 1922
First home game played at the original yankee stadium between the New York Yankees and thenBoston Red Sox’s
Wriggled Building is finished
The first Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade is held on November 27th, 1924
Ellis Island closes as an immigration entry point to the US
The Grand Ole Opry begins broadcasting
The first issue of the New York magazine is published
(119)
In the 1920’s a lot of critical things happened. One of the many things that changed was the clothings. Men’s clothing became less stuffy and more “normal” as the women’s clothing changed drastically. Women started wearing flapper dresses and etc. One of the most significant things that might have changed would have been the cars. By 1927 Henry Ford had sold around 15 million Model T’s. During the 1920’s Baseball ruled America. The Yankees and Babe Ruth took charge and did major things like setting many records those years. Many inventions took place during the 1920’s. The one with the greatest impact would have had to been the radio. It became a staple of people’s lives and provided daily entertainment, news, and much more. (120)
Top 10 List:
ReplyDelete1. In 1923 Insulin is mass-produced for the treatment of diabetes.
2. Also in 1923 the first home game was played at the Original Yankee Stadium between the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox.
3. The first Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is held on November 27th, 1924.
4. In 1925 The Butler Act which prohibits evolution from being taught in public schools is passed in Tennessee and it is not repealed until 1967.
5. In 1928 Amelia Earhart flies across the Atlantic Ocean as a passenger, becoming the first woman to do so successfully.
6. In 1928 Walt Disney's famous Mickey Mouse cartoon character appears for the first time in "Steamboat Willie."
7. In the 1920’s women started dressing comfortable as a statement of who they were.
8. Henry Ford had manufactured and sold 15 million Model-Ts by 1927.
9. The 18th Amendment ( Volstead Act / National Prohibition Act ) goes into force at the beginning of the decade which in turn leads to increased black market alcohol that is sold in speakeasies and run by mobsters who pay off local politicians
10. In 1922 Egypt declares its independence.
(197)
The 1920’s clearly seems to be anything but normal. World War I had just ended. After many laws about immigrants and the 18th amendment changing the way people lived; women and men started making fashion statements as to who they were. Men wanted to dress youthful and women wanted to make a statement that men did not determine who they were. Baseball started becoming very big and Soccer even continued to grow because of Britain introducing the radio so the talented soccer players could become soccer stars. The 1920’s ended with the stock market crashing. After several changes and a hard ending it is very apparent that the 1920’s was anything but normal.
(113)
Top 10
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*Nineteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is ratified on August 18, giving women the right to vote.
*The Communist Party of China is created.
*Fifty thousand people affected during Lower Louisiana Floods in 1922.
*First Home Game Played at the Original Yankee Stadium between the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox
*The first Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is held on November 27th, 1924.
*Ellis Island closes as an immigration entry point to the US.
*The very first Winter Olympics are held. They take place in Chamonix, France.
*The Butler Act which prohibits evolution from being taught in public schools is passed in Tennessee in 1925 it is not repealed until 1967.
*The classic novel "The Great Gatsby" is published by American author F. Scott Fitzgerald.
*The first SAT college admissions test is given to high school students.
*Work begins on Mount Rushmore in the late 1920's carving the faces of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln. It takes nearly 15 years to complete.
*Walt Disney's famous Mickey Mouse cartoon character appears for the first time in "Steamboat Willie."
The 1920’s was definitely a different year than the years before. Men and women changed to a whole different level. Fashion- the majority of the time men wore clothing that was comfortable women wore outfits that showed a lot of skin for those days. Car production grew the Model T car was introduced which was something that changed the world it was a mass production. Sports became a big deal such as baseball, football, and basketball. Inflation increased which means that the prices of the products went down. Technology was another thing that was brought upon us from the 1920. Since people were beginning to have better incomes they decided to buy houses. The roaring twenties was a time to enjoy life and get the most out of it. Word count: 129
Top 10:
ReplyDelete1. The United States Of America originally voted against joining the United Nations when it first formed.
2. in 1920, Women were given the right to vote.
3. The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics was created in 1922.
4. In 1923 insulin begins to enter mass production for diabetic treatment.
5. The first ever Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade was held on November 27, 1924.
6. The famous novel, "The Great Gatsby", was published in 1925 by F. Scott Fitzgerald.
7. Famous magician Harry Houdini died at age 52 from appendix burst in 1926.
8. The first SAT test was given to high school students in 1926.
9. Amelia Earhart becomes first woman to successfully fly across the Atlantic Ocean.
10. The Great Depression begins due to the Wall Street Crash.
(Word Count: 130)
Paragraph: The 1920's in America was definitely anything but ordinary or normal for Americans. New inventions were created, new ideas were thought, new businesses and organizations erected, and overall, tons of "firsts" took place during the 1920's. I personally think that this would have been a very stressful time to live in America due to the high volume of activity throughout all the aspects of life. It unfortunately ended with a horrible "bang" due to the Great Depression setting in in 1929 once the Wall Street Crash took place. The "Roaring 20's" were filled with many new and great things, but the end of the tunnel was unfortunately grim for that decade. (Word Count: 111)
Top 10 (turned to 12)
ReplyDelete1. The first around-the-world flight is completed after 175 days by two planes from the United States Army.
2. Sears Robuck opened its first retail store in Chicago, Illinois in 1925. Sears had been selling through Home Shopping Catalogs since 1893 and would continue selling through catalogs for next 70 years. During the same time, they were building one of the largest chain stores in the country.
3. The first television transmitter is developed by John Logie Baird in Great Britain.
4. The First Motel (Motorists Hotel) opens in San Luis Obispo, California.
5. The Ford Motor Company announces the creation of a 40-hour work week for factory workers.
6. The Great Mississippi Flood in 1927 affects 700,000 people in what was then considered the greatest national disaster in US history.
7. Amelia Earhart flies across the Atlantic Ocean as a passenger, becoming the first woman to do so successfully.
8. The Summer Olympics take place in Antwerp, Belgium and they emphasize reconciliation after World War I.
9. Russia and Poland establish a permanent border when they sign the Treaty of Riga.
10. Egypt declares its independence.
11. The Great Kanto earthquake devastates Tokyo and Yokohama in 1923 leaving over 100,000 fatalities.
12. The Indian Citizenship Act confers citizenship on all Native Americans born within the United States.
The roaring twenties is considered a time where everything and everyone was happy. New things was introduced. This was the time of flapper girls, new inventions such as guns, television, and even Mickey Mouse. A lot of people wanted to restart the old life and become better off. Even the fashion was modernized where men had a more comfortable style and women’s clothing was sexy and thrilling. Baseball was becoming a popular sport. Babe Ruth was introduced. He was one of the most talented ball players. Even though all the fun things were taking place, life was not perfect. There was still a lot violence and natural disasters happening around the world. The 1920’s were anything but normal. Everyone did their own thing and followed along with everyone else. It was a time of craziness.
Word count: 207 (katie anne)