Impact Of Depression Years Flashcards
What was the Wall Street Crash in October 1929?
The price shares on the USA Stock Exchange collapsed leading to America going almost “bankrupt’.
What were the effects of the Wall Street Crash?
Unemployment
Poverty
The Great Depression in the USA
The Depression in Britain
When was the depression in Britain?
During the 1930’s.
How bad was unemployment during the Depression in Britain?
1932 3 million.
As high as 70% in the worst hit areas.
Which areas of England were worst hit?
South Wales
North of England
The coalition National Government introduced the Means Test in the early 1930’s go try to deal with the problem of unemployment and to save money.
What was the Means Test?
The Means Test was a test to see if unemployed people deserved 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 it didn’t get rid of unemployment.
What did people do during the Depression to protest against unemployment?
Hunger Marches.
What was the most famous hunger March?
Jarrow March 1936.
What was the role of women in South Wales during the Depression?
“Making ends meet”.
Which areas of England suffered less because they had lower unemployment?
The Midlands and the South East around London.
What were the main “new” industries in these areas?
Cars and other consumer goods such as radios and vacuum cleaners.
Which areas of South Wales suffered less because they had lower unemployment?
Swansea (Uplands) and Cardiff (Roath and Cyncoed).
