Emergence Of Modern America: The Depression - American Enter WW2

The video discusses the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, which led the US to enter World War II. This event spurred economic growth, ending the Great Depression. Franklin D. Roosevelt's leadership during this time was pivotal, as he became a renowned wartime president. His New Deal legislation had a lasting impact on modern America, introducing social security, unemployment insurance, and other reforms that continue to protect citizens. These measures have helped prevent another Great Depression, despite occasional economic recessions.

What were some of the social services established under FDR's leadership?

In what ways did the New Deal legislation provide protections for future generations?