Early 20th century America refers to the period between roughly 1900 and 1945, encompassing significant events such as World War I, the Roaring Twenties, and the Great Depression.
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Progressive Era: A period of social activism and political reform in the early 20th century that aimed to address issues caused by industrialization, urbanization, and political corruption.
World War I: A global conflict fought from 1914 to 1918 involving many countries, including the United States, which significantly impacted American society and marked a turning point in world history.
Great Depression: The severe economic downturn that began with the stock market crash of 1929 and lasted throughout much of the 1930s, causing widespread unemployment and hardship for many Americans.