Daily Life in the United States 1920- 1940
The era between 1920 and 1940 was filled with a multitude of challenges from wars, governmental reforms, to the great stock market crash. But within these difficult times, was born several significant inventions that would change the way of life for all Americans. Among those of most importance were that of the automobile, the radio and electricity.
The automobile drastically altered the way people lived and worked by allowing Americans the freedom to travel where they wanted. Henry Ford was responsible for the mass production of the automobile by two methods. First he priced his car to be as affordable as possible and second he paid his workers enough to be able to purchase the cars they were manufacturing. This system helped push wages and auto sales upward and had a major impact on the economy and the labor force.
The convenience of the automobile freed people from the need to live near rail lines or stations, therefore......
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