Depression, War & Recovery 1930-1951 Flashcards
What was the Wall Street Crash in October 1929?
The price of shares on the USA Stock Exchange collapsed leading to America going almost ‘bankrupt’
What were the effects of the Wall Street Crash?
Unemployment, The Great Depression in the USA, The Depression in Britain
When was the Depression in Britain?
During the 1930s
How bad was unemployment during the Depression in Britain?
1932 - 3 million
As high as 70% in the worst hit areas
Which areas on England and Wales were worst hit?
South Wales and North of England
The coalition national government introduced the Means Test in the early 1930s to try to deal with the problem of unemployment and to save money.
What was the Means Test?
A test to see if unemployed people deserves dole (unemployment and sickness benefit). They had to prove that they deserved it by answering a series of questions and declaring any valuables or savings
UABs were set up to run the means test. What did UABs stand for?
Unemployment assistance boards
What was the Special Areas Act 1934?
A law brought in to try to create jobs in South Wales and Tyneside
How successful was the Special Areas Act?
It did create a small number of jobs but didn’t get rid of unemployment
What did people do during the depression to protest against
Hunger marches
What were the ‘heavy’ or staple industries in England and Wales also known as ‘ailing giants’?
Coal, iron, steel, slate & shipbuilding
