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12 WPA Projects that Still Exist
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WPA projects spanned from New York to California, and many still exist today. Find out about 12 WPA projects that can still be found.
What Is FUTA and How Does It Work?
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FUTA, the Federal Unemployment Tax Act, was written into law in 1939 in response to the Great Depression and still has great relevance today.
What Caused the Dust Bowl?
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What if the land you relied upon simply blew away? In the 1930s, poor stewardship and crushing drought created black blizzards and an internal American exodus known as the Dust Bowl.
1934 Harley-Davidson VLD
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The 1934 Harley-Davidson VLD motorcycle helped Harley survive the Great Depression. See pictures and learn about the classic 1934 Harley-Davidson VLD.
Still Riding the Rails: Life as a Modern Hobo
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Maybe you thought hobos disappeared along with the Great Depression. But some folks are still living the life - albeit only part-time and without a bundle on a stick.
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs)
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Monoamine oxidase inhibitors are great treatment options for depression. Get facts about monoamine oxidase inhibitors from Discovery Health.
1930-1939 Ford Trucks
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Ford's depression battle plan was simple: Build better cars and trucks. Explore 1930s Ford trucks -- and find great photos -- in this article.
Why are there so many great writers with epilepsy?
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Great writers with epilepsy aren't uncommon, from Lewis Carroll to Charles Dickens. How did books like Alice in Wonderland come from writers with epilepsy?
1938 Studebaker State President Coupe
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The 1938 Studebaker State President coupe was a Depression-era beauty that makes a great collectible car today. Explore a 1938 State President coupe.
1937 International C-1 Pickup
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The 1937 International C-1 Pickup helped International Harvester Company recover from low production during the Depression. Learn about the C-1.