The Beginning of the Great Depression

The video discusses the economic conditions leading to the Great Depression, highlighting the role of banks and the stock market in the 1920s. It explains the struggles of farmers post-World War I due to crop surplus and the subsequent drop in prices. The stock market crash of 1929, known as Black Tuesday, is detailed, showing how panic led to financial ruin for many. The video concludes with a review and quiz questions to reinforce learning.

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