Life During the New Deal
By: Jaylan Watkins, Autumn Grippaldi
Roles Of Women
-Frances Perkins was the first woman to head an executive department in government.
-Women became leaders in many New Deal agencies.
Roles of African Americans
-Black Cabinet was known for federal Negro Affairs for certain councils.
-FDR was known to help create progressivism and helped practice equal rights and regualtions for American citizens.
Artists During this Time
- Dorothea Lange was best known for her Depression-era work for the Farm Security Administration.
- James Agee was one of the most influential film critics in the U.S.
- Walker Evans was an American Photographer best known for his work for the Farm Security Administration documenting the effects of the Great Depression.
Popular Movies of this Era
-Snow White and the Seven dwarfs was a movie that inspired a lot of new movies that came out previously.
-Wizard of Oz was also a popular movie of this time, with a crazy like theme.
Importance of Radio in American Life
-With TV only allowed to few at this time, radio was the only source of communication.
Facts about the Music Era
-Along with slow R&B constantly growing.
Sports During this Era
-Football was also just starting up.