History
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The 1929 stock market crash in New York, also known as the Great Crash, was an event that marked the beginning of the Great Depression. In the 1920s, the US economy was booming and the stock market was at an all-time high, however, by late 1929, the stock market was showing signs of weakness and on October 24, 1929, the stock market finally crashed. The crash had a significant impact on the US economy with banks failing, businesses going bankrupt, and millions of people losing their jobs.
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The 1920s in New York City was a time of cultural, economic, and social change. The city experienced rapid growth, with its population increasing by nearly one million people. New York was a hub of jazz music and fashion, with legendary musicians and designers making their mark. The art scene flourished, with the city at the center of a cultural and artistic revolution. The decade of the "Roaring Twenties" was a time of change and growth, and its legacy continues to influence the city today.