One of his most notable songs is "what a wonderful world"

Most of the racial tension in the 1920s was from the kkk, but there were other tensions out there dealing with drinking and culture.

In 1925 Dr. Sweet was arrested and charged with murder after a member of a white mob attacked his home was shot and killed.

In general, the bootlegging of alcohol created a black market. It was unregulated and lead to serious consequences for public health since the quality of alcohol sold on the black market declined. About one thousand Americans died each year from drinking tainted liquor during this period.

Atlantic City - The prohibition laws weren't being enforced, and as a result of that, the population kept on growing. The people living here called the city "The World's Play Ground"

New York City: After the Volstead Act was passed, it was followed by a 13-year period that was completely lawless. Mobs started to form because organized crime was very profitable. This also leads to a lot of gang rivalry/wars.

Chicago: In Chicago, bootlegging also led to a lot of gang wars and homicides.

A key event was in 1929 known as the Saint Valentine's Day Massacre, which was when the Al Capone gang shot and killed seven members of one of their rival gangs.

Philadelphia: Here, the illegal sale of alcohol was a big issue with more than 10 deaths by poisoned liquor being brought to attention DAILY. Still it is believed, that even more deaths resulted from unsolved murders.

The Red Scare in the 1920s happened because people in the U.S. were worried about spreading after the Russian Revolution. They got scared of socialist and anarchist ideas, especially with strikes and bombings, so there was a strong fear of radical beliefs taking hold in the country.

What were the Palmer Raids?

The Palmer Raids were when the government in the 1920s tried to arrest and send away people they thought were radical leftists, mostly immigrants, because they were afraid of communism and other extremist ideas.

Why has the Sacco/Vanzetti Case become such a prominent court case in American History?

The Sacco and Vanzetti case is well-known because it made people question if immigrants were treated fairly in the legal system. It happened in the 1920s and made many folks talk about justice, immigration, and being against radical ideas.

Important events:

• Russian Revolution (1917)

• Palmer raids (1919-1920)

• Sacco/Vanzetti case (1920-1927)

• Labor strikes (Post WW1)

• Mitchell Palmer's leadership (1919-1921)

• First Red Scare (1919-1920)

In the 1920s, sports became a big deal with famous stars like Babe Ruth and Jack Dempsey. People loved watching games, especially with the growth of radio broadcasts and the creation of major sports leagues.

Babe Ruth:

Background - Babe Ruth grew up in an orphanage because his parents had difficulties caring for him. He went to St. Mary's Industrial School for boys in Baltimore, where he developed a passion for Baseball.

Impact - Babe Ruth made Baseball super popular in the 1920s because of his amazing home runs, and his big personality made him a huge symbol of the exciting times back then.

Jack Dempsey:

Background - Jack Dempsey's childhood was tough because his family lived in poverty, him and his parents moved frequently in search of work. This instability and financial hardship characterized his early years, contributing to the challenges he faced in his upbringing.

Impact - In the 1920s, Jack Dempsey became a big deal in America because people loved watching him box, and he made professional boxing really popular and exciting.

Bobby Jones:

Background - Bobby Jones enjoyed a comfortable and privileged childhood in Atlanta, Georgia, where his interest in golf began at a young age, he had a supportive family and access to the East Lake Golf Club.

Impact - Bobby Jones had a significant impact on American culture in the 1920s by becoming a golfing legend, winning major tournaments, and promoting sportsmanship, elevating golf's popularity and inspiring a generation of players.

His most notable song is Speakeasy Blues.