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Modern America Foundations
September 1, 2025
Shivohm Karogal
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AI Summary
These revision notes focus on key reforms and events from the Progressive Era through the Great Depression. The Progressive Era tackled social issues like child labor and expanded women’s rights through suffrage. During World War I, the U.S. shifted from neutrality to involvement after German attacks threatened American interests. The Great Depression prompted the New Deal, which reshaped government’s role by introducing programs like the Social Security Act to provide economic relief and recovery through job creation and social support.
Progressive Era Reforms
Addressed social inequalities and urban challenges.
Key reforms:
Child labor restrictions
Women’s suffrage movement
U.S. Involvement in World War I
Initially neutral; provided aid to Allies.
Entered war after German attacks on American ships and interests.
The Great Depression & the New Deal
New Deal Programs redefined the federal government's role in economic recovery:
Social Security Act (1935): Provided unemployment and retirement benefits.
Government-funded infrastructure projects created jobs and stabilized the economy.