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Why did the unemployed living in makeshift shantytowns call their living areas Hoovervilles?

The unemployed living in makeshift shantytowns called their living areas "Hoovervilles" as a way to mock President Herbert Hoover for his perceived failure to address the economic hardships of the Great Depression. It was a form of protest and critique of his policies and their living conditions.


What were the shantytowns made for?

Shantytowns are usually built by people with limited resources. People use whatever is available--cardboard, sheets of tin, car parts and so on. People who live under bridges and homeless in urban landscapes have a similar style of home. The feature of temporary vs. permanent is not really an issue: it seems that the homes are continual works as parts are replaced with better materials as they become available.


Why did shantytowns spring up around cities in the global south?

Shantytowns emerged around cities in the global south due to rapid urbanization, lack of affordable housing, limited job opportunities, and unequal distribution of wealth and resources. People moved to cities in search of better economic prospects but often ended up living in informal settlements due to high housing costs and inadequate government intervention.


Who came up with the hooverville?

The term "Hooverville" was coined during the Great Depression to mock President Herbert Hoover. It was used to describe the makeshift communities of homeless people living in shantytowns across the United States.


Slum areas called shantytowns occur in major African cities housing over percent of urban populations?

Slum areas, or shantytowns, are informal settlements that lack proper infrastructure and often house a significant portion of urban populations in major African cities, sometimes over 70%. These areas typically have inadequate housing, sanitation, and access to basic services, contributing to poor living conditions and health outcomes for residents. Efforts are being made to improve the situation through urban planning, housing initiatives, and social support programs.