Living Timeline of the 1920s
1920-1929
Throughout the 1920s, we saw an increase in enrolment in higher education. I ranked this a +2 because this was the starting steps to where women are today in their professions. This led to women having better education, which allowed them to choose their career and do what they enjoy. Although they were able to do this, there was still discrimination towards them. The overall reason I ranked this +2 and not +1 was because this was the start of the opportunities of women's career options, they were able to choose what they want to do career wise.
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Expanded Education Opportunities for Women +2
1920
Economic growth +2
After world war 1, Canada had high demand for resources like, agriculture, mining and manufacturing. This gave Canada a huge opportunity for compaines, bussiness and job opportunities. During this the stock market boomed which lead to a lot of Canadians to invest and sell stocks. This was a easy way to make money quick. I put this at +2 becuase this helped bussniesses, companies and for the econamy to grow. This economic growth is one of the most drastic growths is Canadian history and is a big reason on why the 20s was ''roaring''.
https://www.history.com/topics/roaring-twenties/roaring-twenties-history
1923
The Chinese Exclusion Act, initially passed in 1882, was a significant piece of legislation that restricted immigration from China to the United States. In the 1920s, this act was extended and reinforced through additional laws that aimed to limit the number of Asian immigrants further. The Immigration Act of 1924, for instance, established quotas that severely restricted immigration from countries outside of Western Europe, effectively continuing the discriminatory practices initiated by the Chinese Exclusion Act. This period was marked by a growing anti-Asian sentiment fueled by economic competition and racial prejudice, leading to the marginalization of Chinese immigrants and their descendants in American society. The act remained in effect until it was finally repealed in 1943, highlighting a long history of exclusion and discrimination against Asian communities in the U.S. I rate this a -2 because it was an act of racism and prejudice.
Chinese Exclusion Act -2
In 1920, there was an amendment made that all Indigenous children had to attend residential schools. This aimed to assimilate indigenous people. Overall, this had -2 impact. It was a -2 impact because it took the kids away from their cultural beliefs. These kids ended up never learning about their cultural and were forced to speak English, which ended up causing a language barrier between them and their parents. These kids lost their Indian status and became Canadian citizens if they pursued higher education, military services, and professional work. Overall this created intense policies of assimilation and control, leading to significant culture, social, and phycological harm to these children.
https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/racial-segregation-of-indigenous-peoples-in-canada
The Indian Act -2
Main topic
https://www.britannica.com/event/Prohibition-United-States-history-1920-1933
During the 1920s prohibtion happened which is where Canada aimed to eliminate the consumption of alcohol. This movement was fueled by various groups including temerance advocates and religious organizations who believed that alcohol was responsible for many societal issues. This ban made crime rise since there was illegal production. The ban helped bootlegging operations. This was the rise of organized crime, as gangs got profit from illegal alcohol trade which lead to increased violence and corruption. Even though there was a increase in crime I put it at a -1 becuase it didnt affected Canada drasticaly for the econamy. It did effect some companies but it wasnt a major loss for Canada.
Prohibition -1
1920
Workers and Farmers in the 1920's -2
In the 1920s, workers and farmers faced significant challenges as the United States transitioned into a period of economic prosperity known as the Roaring Twenties. While urban workers in factories often enjoyed rising wages and improved living standards due to increased industrial production, many farmers struggled with overproduction and falling prices for their crops. The mechanization of agriculture led to greater efficiency, but it also meant that many small farmers could not compete with larger operations, leading to widespread financial distress in rural areas. Additionally, the economic boom primarily benefited urban centers, leaving many rural communities marginalized. This disparity contributed to social tensions and laid the groundwork for the economic hardships that would follow in the 1930s during the Great Depression. I would say this is a -2 because it was one of the leading events going into the great deppresion
