The Jazz Age

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Renalda PetitBois
Period 6
Ms. Savage
February, 10 2014
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If it weren't for the 1920's, the United States today would be quite different. The Jazz Age helped influence the clothing and music we love today. Flappers, believe it or not played a major role in the evolution of women’s fashion. Although alcohol was illegal, gangsters and bootleggers found illegal ways to supply it to people. The use of credit is still used today but the whole concept of it has become more organized and efficient over time. Also, many other political, social and economic changes were made during this time period
The “Roaring twenties” began after World War 1, and the younger generation began to revolt against their elders. Flappers were the newer generation of women who were on the wild side and wore short dresses and went to extravagant parties (History 1). The jazz age was the growth of the young generation. It lead to new dances in rebellion to the older generation who detested jazz (History 1). The Charleston for example, is a dance that requires rapid footwork. In 1922, the movie The Jazz singer was released, it was the first movie with sound. Four years later, Technicolor was invented and movies became more enjoyable. Gangsters and Bootleggers found many ways to drink illegally during the prohibition. Many people went to speakeasies to buy alcohol. A group of gangsters decided to deal alcohol because of high demand. The most prominent gangster was Al Capone (History 2).
The 18th amendment to the United States constitution prohibited the manufacture, sale transport, import, or export pf alcoholic beverages. Upon ratification of the amendment by the states, Congress voted its approval in Oct...

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...r was to blame for the unfortunate situation going on in America at the time. The depression lasted ten years. The fact that the United States bounced back up so quickly is remarkable and that’s why this time period is considered relevant in history.
The 1920’s were a very significant time period. This was a time of change and transformation. As a result of these changes, there were many advancements and reformation for political, social and economic issues. Each innovation played an important role in developing the United States that we live in today. The 1920’s were a very significant time period. This was a time of change and transformation. As a result of these changes, there were many advancements and reformation for political, social and economic issues. Each innovation played an important role in developing the United States that we live in today.

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