Story Index: 1929 - 1945

Years of Heartbreak, Years of Joy

The era that began with the Great Depression in 1929 and ended with victory in Europe and Japan in 1945 was an emotional roller coaster for those who lived through it. It truly was ... [more...]

The Hungry Thirties
After the First World War, BC suffered an economic downturn that continued for almost half a decade. It was followed by a recovery that lasted through the 1920s. During these years, life ... [more...]