Bonus Army Marchers Flashcards
How many people participated in the bonus army march?
About 20,000 ex-First World War soldiers and their families
Why did the Bonus Army march?
When they served in the First World War, soldiers were promised a bonus of a few hundred dollars in 1945. However, in 1931 they protested to try and persuade the government to pay it early, as it was desperately needed.
What did Hoover do when the Bonus Marchers refused to leave?
Hoover then sent in the army with tear gas, tanks and cavalry.
How many people were killed during the bonus army march?
Two protestors were shot and killed, also a child by tear-gas.
How many people were injured during the bonus army march?
100
How did the Bonus Army March affect Hoover’s reputation?
The Bonus Army was defeated and they didn’t get the bonuses, but Hoover’s reputation was destroyed by the brutality that had been displayed.
