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Depression and the New Deal: African American Experiences in the 1930s - Lecture 11

Offered By: Yale University via YouTube

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Overview

Explore the complex dynamics of 1930s America in this 47-minute lecture from Yale University's course on American History. Delve into the Great Depression's impact on African Americans, examining the New Deal's material and symbolic effects. Discover how the federal government's outreach led to increased political organization within the Black community. Analyze the achievements of the Black Cabinet, the injustices of the Scottsboro Boys' case, and the effectiveness of "Don't Buy Where You Can't Work" campaigns. Uncover the roots of the modern civil rights movement as they emerged during this tumultuous decade, revealing new political possibilities and forms of expression for Black Americans. Through five comprehensive chapters, gain insights into the economic, legal, political, and social controversies that shaped this pivotal era in American history.

Syllabus

- Chapter 1. Introduction: The Great Depression and its Aftermath.
- Chapter 2. The New Deal.
- Chapter 3. The Black Cabinet.
- Chapter 4. The Scottsboro Boys.
- Chapter 5. The New Negro Alliance.


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