At the onset of the Great Depression, urban unemployment...

At the onset of the Great Depression urban unemployment soared with the collapse of the the major economies in the U.S. and Europe. In American cities the lack of construction growth led to a major decline in urban unemployment. Unemployment in general throughout the Great Depression in urban, rural, and suburban areas rose greatly.

Answered by Gibbs | 2024-06-10

At the onset of the Great Depression, urban unemployment increased dramatically due to business closure and economic slump, leading to widespread poverty and the rise of shanty towns known as 'Hoovervilles'. ;

Answered by qwpen | 2024-06-18

At the onset of the Great Depression, urban unemployment surged dramatically, reaching around 25% by 1933, affecting millions of families. The economic downturn caused massive layoffs, leading many to lose their homes and live in shantytowns known as 'Hoovervilles.' This period marked a significant struggle for urban communities as they faced extreme economic hardship and instability.
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Answered by Gibbs | 2024-12-22