19331934

The period of 1933-1934 marks a significant era in global and national affairs, characterized by widespread economic hardship and political upheaval. In the United States, this timeframe falls squarely within the Great Depression. Franklin D. Roosevelt, inaugurated in March 1933, immediately began implementing his New Deal programs aimed at economic recovery and social reform. Key initiatives such as the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), the Agricultural Adjustment Act (AAA), and the National Industrial Recovery Act (NIRA) were introduced to address unemployment, support agriculture, and stimulate industry. These programs represented a substantial expansion of the federal government's role in the economy.

Internationally, 1933-1934 saw the rise of totalitarian regimes and escalating international tensions. Adolf Hitler became Chancellor of Germany in January 1933, and by March 1933, the Enabling Act effectively granted him dictatorial powers. This period marked the swift consolidation of Nazi control, the persecution of political opponents and minority groups, and the beginning of Germany's rearmament. In Japan, the military continued to exert increasing influence over government policy, contributing to a more assertive foreign policy in Asia. The League of Nations faced challenges in maintaining peace and addressing aggression. The global economic crisis continued to impact many nations, fostering instability and contributing to the political shifts occurring worldwide. The year 1934 witnessed further developments in these trends, solidifying the paths taken by several major world powers.