Civilian Conservation Corps History

Candice Johnson discusses the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) and its impact during the Great Depression, focusing on Company 1823. Formed at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, this integrated company moved to Abilene, Texas, to build state parks. Due to Jim Crow pressures, it was reformed as an all-black veteran company, 1823 CV. They built several parks, including Abilene State Park, earning $30 a month. The video highlights the manual labor involved and encourages appreciation of the CCC's contributions.

Who was responsible for creating the Civilian Conservation Corps as part of the New Deal?

• President Roosevelt

• President Hoover

• President Eisenhower

• President Truman

What was the initial composition of CCC company 1823 when it was formed?

• All African American men

• All Native American men

• An integrated company

• All white men

During which era did the pressures lead to the segregation of CCC companies?

• The Industrial Era

• The Reconstruction Era

• The Jim Crow Era

• The Civil Rights Era

What was the distinct title given to the reformed CCC company 1823?

• 1823 AV

• 1823 BV

• 1823 NV

• 1823 CV

How many parks did CCC company 1823 help build in Texas?

• Four state parks

• Three state parks and one municipal park

• Two state parks and one municipal park

• Five municipal parks

What was the monthly wage for men working in the CCC?

• $25

• $35

• $30

• $20

What aspect of the CCC workers' efforts is highlighted in the construction of Abilene State Park?

• Use of advanced machinery

• Manual labor and craftsmanship

• High-tech engineering

• Automated construction