1919: The Year That Changed America

1919 The Year That Changed America

by Martin W. Sandler

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	196 pages
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1919: The Year That Changed America is a captivating and meticulously researched account of the year that witnessed some of the most profound transformations in American history. From the triumphant end of World War I to the birth of the modern civil rights movement, 1919 was a crucible of change that left an indelible mark on the nation.

In this illuminating book, acclaimed historian David M. Kennedy takes readers on a gripping journey through this pivotal year. Through vivid prose and meticulous scholarship, Kennedy brings to life the key events and personalities that shaped 1919, including:

• The end of World War I and the Treaty of Versailles
• The rise of the Roaring Twenties and the flapper culture
• The passage of the 19th Amendment, granting women the right to vote
• The deadly race riots in Chicago and other cities
• The Red Scare and the Palmer Raids

Kennedy's masterful storytelling weaves together these diverse threads, revealing the complex interplay of politics, social change, and economic upheaval that characterized 1919. He explores the hopes and dreams of Americans as they emerged from the war, as well as the challenges and divisions that would shape the nation's future.

Through the eyes of ordinary citizens, political leaders, and cultural icons, 1919: The Year That Changed America brings to life the tumultuous events that set the stage for the modern era.

This book is essential reading for anyone interested in American history, the 20th century, and the forces that continue to shape our world today.

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