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The Roaring Twenties described North America and Europe during the 1920s. It was meant to emphasize the time period's social, artistic, and cultural dynamism. This era was viewed with having great economic prosperity. The economy was driven by a wide array of consumer goods, such as the automobile. The upperclass, during the 1920s, increased their spending and tried to live lavish lifestyles. After World War II, the idea of " Normalcy " came about to return politics to Republican traditions. The artistic movement also came to light. Jazz music blossomed, and some women became flappers which redefined womanhood. Sports broke out during this decade, most notably baseball and the most popular player, Babe Ruth. The Harlem Renaissance also allowed African American authors, artists, poets, and musicians to express their culture during the 1920s.

The role of women was changing also. With the 19th Ammendment being passed, women were allowed to vote and have a voice in politics. Their were also more job opportunities given to women who wanted to work. During the 1920's, the United States became anti-immigrant, and they passed laws that reduced the number of immigrants admitted in the U.S. Alcohol in the U.S was banned by the 18th Ammendment. The movement was called Prohibition, and it made alcoholic beverages illegal. It caused organized crime to increase and their leader, like Al Capone, to smuggle in alcohol. Though it seemed that things were going great, the prosperity of the '20s came to an end with the Stock Market Crash of 1929 and the Great Depression.