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The Great Depression
⭐ MasteredThe Great Depression was a severe economic downturn in the 1930s, when many people lost their jobs and savings. Governments introduced new programmes to help families recover.
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During the Great Depression, unemployment in some countries rose to around a quarter of the workforce.
All about The Great Depression
The Great Depression was a severe economic downturn in the 1930s. Banks closed, factories shut down and many people lost their jobs and savings. Families struggled to buy food and pay rent during this difficult time.
Governments introduced new programmes to help people recover, including jobs schemes and money support for families. The Great Depression changed how many governments think about helping people in hard times.
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