What made the Great Depression unprecedented? Were the measures taken to end the longest economic downturn in American history consistent with the principles of the Progressive Era or a radical redirection in American history?

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6 October, 10:37

What made the Great Depression unprecedented? Were the measures taken to end the longest economic downturn in American history consistent with the principles of the Progressive Era or a radical redirection in American history?

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Grayson Stewart · Answer 1

The Great Depression was unprecedented in that it truly affected the economy of the entire world, not just one region. Yes, the actions were consistent because they required heavy government intervention.