1925: Life in America 100 Years Ago

Step back to 1925, the heart of the Roaring Twenties, when jazz ruled the airwaves, flappers danced the Charleston, and speakeasies thrived under Prohibition. This was a year of cultural transformation, as F. Scott Fitzgerald published The Great Gatsby, revealing the glitz and pitfalls of the American Dream, while  Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington brought jazz into the mainstream. On the political front, Calvin Coolidge presided over a booming economy, and innovation flourished with inventions like the first mechanical television.

1925 was also a year of contrasts. While the Scopes Monkey Trial sparked a national debate on science versus religion, the Harlem Renaissance was in full swing, reshaping literature and the arts. In entertainment, silent film stars like Charlie Chaplin, Rudolph Valentino, and Buster Keaton captivated audiences, while the first New Yorker magazine hit newsstands, offering a new perspective on culture and humor. Consumer prices, such as 54 cents for a gallon of gas, highlight the economic reality of the time. Dick Van Dyke, Malcolm X, Johnny Carson, and Robert F Kennedy were all born during the amazing year of 1925.

This fast-moving multimedia program brings 1925 vividly to life with visuals, music, and storytelling. Perfect for history buffs and culture enthusiasts, this presentation will immerse you in the dazzling highs and defining struggles of a year that forever shaped America. Sign up now and take a journey back to a time of innovation, contradiction, and unforgettable style.

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