Stock Market Crash
http://www.economicshelp.org/blog/76/economics/wall-street-crash-1929/
Pettinger, Tejvan. "What Caused the Wall Street Crash of 1929?" Economics Help. N.p., 5 Nov. 2012. Web. 02 Jan. 2015.
Economics Help facilitates one's understanding of the complexity of the Stock Market Crash. This is achieved through numerous graphs and its breakdown of multiple causes of the crash. The graphs indicate things such as average income, average spending, use of credit, and imports/exports. It also poses a question: "Readers Question: The question is that how did a flawed capitalism of the 1920’s American economy lead to the 1929’s stock market crash?" and gives an explanation for the thought. It simply breaks down the causes of the Stock Market crash.
The Kellogg-Briand Pact
https://history.state.gov/milestones/1921-1936/kellogg
"The Kellogg-Briand Pact, 1928 - 1921–1936 - Milestones - Office of the Historian." The Kellogg-Briand Pact, 1928 - 1921–1936 - Milestones - Office of the Historian. US Department of State, n.d. Web. 02 Jan. 2015.
The very credible US government site shows the impact of different groups regarding the Kellogg-Briand Pact. It goes further to explain different events that resulted from it such as the Mukden Incident which tested the validity of the pact a few years later. In addition, it includes a list of famous US peace advocates of the time that influenced the legislation and mindset of many citizens.
The Teapot Dome Scandal Conviction
http://spartacus-educational.com/USAteapot.htm
Simkin, John. "Spartacus Educational." Spartacus Educational. Spartacus Educational Publishers Ltd., n.d. Web. 04 Jan. 2015.
The site provides a surplus of information on the scandal and the reactions of influential people at that time. It easily outlines the case itself and the 1929 conviction. The corruption involved at that time is highlighted and explained how it further effected mistrust in the government. The greatest section of the site is that it contains a bunch of primary sources. Many are statements on the issue from elite members of society such as George Norris, Calvin Coolidge, Thomas J Walsh, and Attlee Pomerene. It also gives statements in the form of primary sources of members directly involved in the scandal which further expands the readers knowledge on the investigation and corruption.
Agricultural Marketing Act
http://millercenter.org/president/hoover/essays/biography/4
"Miller Center." American President: Herbert Clark Hoover: Domestic Affairs. University of Virginia, n.d. Web. 02 Jan. 2015.
The University of Virginia completes the site with all of the important events and information of each president. It highlights and goes in depth about the Agricultural Marketing Act enacted by Herbert Hoover. It further explains the problems associated with it and the farmers take before and after the act. A statement explaining the necessity of the act is included: "Hoover saw the Board as a shining example how voluntarism and cooperation among competitors could produce a more efficient economy without the government intervention that subsidies represented".
St. Valentines Day Massacre
http://www.history.com/topics/saint-valentines-day-massacre
"St. Valentine’s Day Massacre." History.com. A&E Television Networks, 2009. Web. 02 Jan. 2015.
History.com provided credible information on the massacre. The video at the beginning helps to outline and understand some of the important information better. It also goes and gives a background on people involved such as, Al Capone. Furthermore, it timelines the events and corruption surrounding that time period such as. increase in gang violence. Also, it explains more information on prohibition which was a factor in many events of the 20s.
The Young Plan Introduced
https://history.state.gov/milestones/1921-1936/dawes
"The Dawes Plan, the Young Plan, German Reparations, and Inter-allied War Debts - 1921–1936 - Milestones - Office of the Historian." The Dawes Plan, the Young Plan, German Reparations, and Inter-allied War Debts - 1921–1936 - Milestones - Office of the Historian. US Department of State, 31 Oct. 2013. Web. 03 Jan. 2015.
This site is recommended due to its high quality information and credibility being it is published by the US Department of State. It explains The Young Plan and the circumstances surrounding its implementation. In addition, it gives background on another important piece of legislation, The Dawes Plan, which is a sister act to The Young Plan. It further explains why The Young Plan was doomed from the start which helps the sense of understanding of its ineffectiveness.
The Wickersham Commission
http://www2.potsdam.edu/alcohol/Controversies/Wickersham-Commission.html#.VKlknivF91Y
Hanson, David J. "Wickersham Commission." Wickersham Commission. N.p., 1997. Web. 04 Jan. 2015.
In this informational source about The Wickersham Commission, the problems and solutions of alcohol in the 20s are outlined. It explains how Hoover concluded new legislation was necessary and he states Congress at the time was "studying exhaustively the entire problem of the enforcement of our laws and the improvement of our judicial system, including the special problem and abuses growing out of the prohibition laws." The site goes further and lists the 13 areas of society the commission would form reports on. A few included reports on criminal statistics, cost of crime, and prosecution. However, stepping back from history, one of the most important aspects of the site is that it highlights the dangers of alcohol, how it affects our health and our youth, it also provides help to those struggling.
National Crime Syndicate
http://www.nationalcrimesyndicate.com/the-commission/
"Mobster Profiles." NCS: Our Code of Silence. NCS, n.d. Web. 4 Jan. 2015.
This site has everything to do with the American Mafia; from 1920's mafia slang to the hierarchy of the present day "commission", it has it all. This was extremely useful to understand the culture as well as the way hits were made and how the National Crime Syndicate came to be and who it entailed. It details the experiences of Charles "Lucky" Luciano and the early days of the Syndicate and breaks down the people of power since 1929. The site goes further and explains the life of every famous mobster including Albert Anastasia, Vito Genovese, Al Capone, and Arnold Rothstein and their connection to major events in American history including the 1919 World Series that was supposedly fixed (due to Rothstein) and the St. Valentine's Day Massacre (Event #5).
The Ambassador Bridge Opens
http://detroithistorical.org/learn/encyclopedia-of-detroit/ambassador-bridge
"Encyclopedia Of Detroit." Ambassador Bridge. Detroit Historical Society, n.d. Web. 04 Jan. 2015.
This site details the creation and inspiration in the construction of The Ambassador Bridge: the largest international suspension bridge in the world. This amazing piece of artistry connects the city of Detroit, Michigan with the Canadian city Windsor, Ontario. It also explains the importance of the more accessible international trade with our friendly "Northern Sister" Canada during the 1920's and especially the Great Depression. It also explains that the bridge scheduled months ahead of its deadline (an almost impossible feat) starting in May 1927 and completed in 1929 by the McClintic-Marshall Company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Opening of the Museum of Modern Art
http://www.theartstory.org/museum-moma.htm
"The Art Story: Museum - The Museum of Modern Art." The Art Story: Museum - The Museum of Modern Art. The Art Story Foundation, n.d. Web. 02 Jan. 2015.
The Art Story provides a long history of the museum and mentions people involved in its creation. One of which happens to be Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, wife of John Rockefellar. It timelines the planning and construction of the museum along with tribulations faced such as the cost of construction. Furthermore, it dedicates a legacy to the museum. The legacy information highlights how the museum was "a profound statement about the role of art in our culture, and the museum's place in modern society,".
http://www.economicshelp.org/blog/76/economics/wall-street-crash-1929/
Pettinger, Tejvan. "What Caused the Wall Street Crash of 1929?" Economics Help. N.p., 5 Nov. 2012. Web. 02 Jan. 2015.
Economics Help facilitates one's understanding of the complexity of the Stock Market Crash. This is achieved through numerous graphs and its breakdown of multiple causes of the crash. The graphs indicate things such as average income, average spending, use of credit, and imports/exports. It also poses a question: "Readers Question: The question is that how did a flawed capitalism of the 1920’s American economy lead to the 1929’s stock market crash?" and gives an explanation for the thought. It simply breaks down the causes of the Stock Market crash.
The Kellogg-Briand Pact
https://history.state.gov/milestones/1921-1936/kellogg
"The Kellogg-Briand Pact, 1928 - 1921–1936 - Milestones - Office of the Historian." The Kellogg-Briand Pact, 1928 - 1921–1936 - Milestones - Office of the Historian. US Department of State, n.d. Web. 02 Jan. 2015.
The very credible US government site shows the impact of different groups regarding the Kellogg-Briand Pact. It goes further to explain different events that resulted from it such as the Mukden Incident which tested the validity of the pact a few years later. In addition, it includes a list of famous US peace advocates of the time that influenced the legislation and mindset of many citizens.
The Teapot Dome Scandal Conviction
http://spartacus-educational.com/USAteapot.htm
Simkin, John. "Spartacus Educational." Spartacus Educational. Spartacus Educational Publishers Ltd., n.d. Web. 04 Jan. 2015.
The site provides a surplus of information on the scandal and the reactions of influential people at that time. It easily outlines the case itself and the 1929 conviction. The corruption involved at that time is highlighted and explained how it further effected mistrust in the government. The greatest section of the site is that it contains a bunch of primary sources. Many are statements on the issue from elite members of society such as George Norris, Calvin Coolidge, Thomas J Walsh, and Attlee Pomerene. It also gives statements in the form of primary sources of members directly involved in the scandal which further expands the readers knowledge on the investigation and corruption.
Agricultural Marketing Act
http://millercenter.org/president/hoover/essays/biography/4
"Miller Center." American President: Herbert Clark Hoover: Domestic Affairs. University of Virginia, n.d. Web. 02 Jan. 2015.
The University of Virginia completes the site with all of the important events and information of each president. It highlights and goes in depth about the Agricultural Marketing Act enacted by Herbert Hoover. It further explains the problems associated with it and the farmers take before and after the act. A statement explaining the necessity of the act is included: "Hoover saw the Board as a shining example how voluntarism and cooperation among competitors could produce a more efficient economy without the government intervention that subsidies represented".
St. Valentines Day Massacre
http://www.history.com/topics/saint-valentines-day-massacre
"St. Valentine’s Day Massacre." History.com. A&E Television Networks, 2009. Web. 02 Jan. 2015.
History.com provided credible information on the massacre. The video at the beginning helps to outline and understand some of the important information better. It also goes and gives a background on people involved such as, Al Capone. Furthermore, it timelines the events and corruption surrounding that time period such as. increase in gang violence. Also, it explains more information on prohibition which was a factor in many events of the 20s.
The Young Plan Introduced
https://history.state.gov/milestones/1921-1936/dawes
"The Dawes Plan, the Young Plan, German Reparations, and Inter-allied War Debts - 1921–1936 - Milestones - Office of the Historian." The Dawes Plan, the Young Plan, German Reparations, and Inter-allied War Debts - 1921–1936 - Milestones - Office of the Historian. US Department of State, 31 Oct. 2013. Web. 03 Jan. 2015.
This site is recommended due to its high quality information and credibility being it is published by the US Department of State. It explains The Young Plan and the circumstances surrounding its implementation. In addition, it gives background on another important piece of legislation, The Dawes Plan, which is a sister act to The Young Plan. It further explains why The Young Plan was doomed from the start which helps the sense of understanding of its ineffectiveness.
The Wickersham Commission
http://www2.potsdam.edu/alcohol/Controversies/Wickersham-Commission.html#.VKlknivF91Y
Hanson, David J. "Wickersham Commission." Wickersham Commission. N.p., 1997. Web. 04 Jan. 2015.
In this informational source about The Wickersham Commission, the problems and solutions of alcohol in the 20s are outlined. It explains how Hoover concluded new legislation was necessary and he states Congress at the time was "studying exhaustively the entire problem of the enforcement of our laws and the improvement of our judicial system, including the special problem and abuses growing out of the prohibition laws." The site goes further and lists the 13 areas of society the commission would form reports on. A few included reports on criminal statistics, cost of crime, and prosecution. However, stepping back from history, one of the most important aspects of the site is that it highlights the dangers of alcohol, how it affects our health and our youth, it also provides help to those struggling.
National Crime Syndicate
http://www.nationalcrimesyndicate.com/the-commission/
"Mobster Profiles." NCS: Our Code of Silence. NCS, n.d. Web. 4 Jan. 2015.
This site has everything to do with the American Mafia; from 1920's mafia slang to the hierarchy of the present day "commission", it has it all. This was extremely useful to understand the culture as well as the way hits were made and how the National Crime Syndicate came to be and who it entailed. It details the experiences of Charles "Lucky" Luciano and the early days of the Syndicate and breaks down the people of power since 1929. The site goes further and explains the life of every famous mobster including Albert Anastasia, Vito Genovese, Al Capone, and Arnold Rothstein and their connection to major events in American history including the 1919 World Series that was supposedly fixed (due to Rothstein) and the St. Valentine's Day Massacre (Event #5).
The Ambassador Bridge Opens
http://detroithistorical.org/learn/encyclopedia-of-detroit/ambassador-bridge
"Encyclopedia Of Detroit." Ambassador Bridge. Detroit Historical Society, n.d. Web. 04 Jan. 2015.
This site details the creation and inspiration in the construction of The Ambassador Bridge: the largest international suspension bridge in the world. This amazing piece of artistry connects the city of Detroit, Michigan with the Canadian city Windsor, Ontario. It also explains the importance of the more accessible international trade with our friendly "Northern Sister" Canada during the 1920's and especially the Great Depression. It also explains that the bridge scheduled months ahead of its deadline (an almost impossible feat) starting in May 1927 and completed in 1929 by the McClintic-Marshall Company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Opening of the Museum of Modern Art
http://www.theartstory.org/museum-moma.htm
"The Art Story: Museum - The Museum of Modern Art." The Art Story: Museum - The Museum of Modern Art. The Art Story Foundation, n.d. Web. 02 Jan. 2015.
The Art Story provides a long history of the museum and mentions people involved in its creation. One of which happens to be Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, wife of John Rockefellar. It timelines the planning and construction of the museum along with tribulations faced such as the cost of construction. Furthermore, it dedicates a legacy to the museum. The legacy information highlights how the museum was "a profound statement about the role of art in our culture, and the museum's place in modern society,".