Preview of The Great Depression
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A short introductory video about how the Great Depression devastated Texas—and how the New Deal transformed it. Historian Andrew Torget explains the economic collapse of the 1930s, the impact on Texans, and how federal programs brought jobs, infrastructure, and even electricity to rural communities. This video explores the resilience of Texans and the long-lasting changes that prepared the state for World War II.

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The page was updated on 06/20/2025.