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What came first Great Depression or world war you?

WWI was a major cause of the Great Depression.


What happened to World War 1 veterans because there stock market crashed?

The stock market crash of 1929 severely impacted World War I veterans, many of whom faced financial hardships due to lost savings and job opportunities. This economic downturn led to widespread disillusionment, prompting some veterans to organize protests, most notably the Bonus Army march in 1932, where they demanded early payment of bonuses promised for their military service. The government’s harsh response to the march further exacerbated their struggles and highlighted the dire conditions faced by many veterans during the Great Depression.


Did the Great Depression lead to cold war?

The great depression of the 1930's led to WW2; WW2 got the US out of the depression.


Why were more Americans able to buy homes after World War 2?

World War II got Americans out of the great depression People were more willing to take on debt.


What sparked the fight between bonus army veterans and the soldiers?

The conflict between the Bonus Army veterans and soldiers in 1932 was sparked by the veterans' demand for immediate payment of bonuses promised to them for their service in World War I. Many veterans had marched to Washington, D.C., seeking financial relief during the Great Depression. When the U.S. government decided to disperse the group and refused to meet their demands, tensions escalated. The situation culminated in violent clashes when the Army, under General Douglas MacArthur, forcibly removed the protesters from their encampment.