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The Great Depression

1929-1941. The Great Depression was a worldwide economic depression during the 1930s. The New Deal included a series of federal programs, like the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), in response to the Great Depression. Many of these were put in place during President Franklin D. Roosevelt's terms in office.
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PHOTO CREDIT ABOVE: Roosevelt signs the Social Security Act into law, August 14, 1935. Library of Congress.

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PHOTO CREDIT ABOVE: Roosevelt signs the Social Security Act into law, August 14, 1935. Library of Congress.

 Jane Black Thomas And Ninety Six | Walter Edgar's Journal

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Jane Black Thomas And Ninety Six | Walter Edgar's Journal
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Walter Edgar shares one of his favorite stories from the Ninety-Six and Spartan district area: the story of Jane Black Thomas. Her bravery paved the way for the Spartan regiment being able to ambush...
Master Farmers | History Of SC Slide Collection

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Master Farmers | History Of SC Slide Collection
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The unidentified couple were chosen by the Department of Agriculture as "Master Farmers." WPA photo, 1930s. Courtesy of the South Caroliniana Library.
Fort Moultrie | History Of SC Slide Collection

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Fort Moultrie | History Of SC Slide Collection
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This aerial view of Fort Moultrie was taken in 1980 after the fort had become a National Park and was restored to show the evolution of Atlantic coast defense fortifications from the Revolutionary War...