What was the Great Depression?
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The Great Depression was the most severe period of economic decline and hardship in the 20 th century.
How bad was the Great Depression?
The Great Depression was a period of economic hardship for much of the world, including the United States. Several things made it especially bad:
Many banks and businesses were forced to close.
At times, about 1 in 4 workers in the United States were unemployed, or without a job.
Many people lost their homes or farms when they could not pay their bills.
To make matters worse, the Great Depression lasted for over 10 years!