Post World War One was a time of great depression and re-establishment from the war. Even though the battle made Canada a reputable and respected country, they lost lives and money and now have to rebuild themselves. This period post war was the 1920s, which showed a revolution in women’s rights, the creation of innovative inventions, and economic growth; hence why it was referred to as “roaring.” To begin, several innovative Canadian inventions were discovered during this time. They drastically changed the lifestyle of Canadians and even impact us today.
As previously stated, with Canadians moving to suburban areas, further and further away from the city, there was an increased need for personal mobility. Combined with the re-emergence of the middle-class having more disposable income than ever before, as well as the development of the infrastructure required. Cars evolved from a luxury item owned by the wealthy to a necessity for many Canadians, facilitating their everyday commutes to work, school, and other activities. In the mid-20th Century, car culture in Canada truly took off, with innovations in both outward appearance and implementing new technologies to make the driving experience more enjoyable. Car manufacturers introduced new models with unique features and aesthetic designs, appealing to a broad audience.
Automobiles. Telephones. Lightbulbs. These were some of the major technological innovations created during 1865 to 1920. These creations impacted many Americans, even to this day.
Without a doubt, the Roaring Twenties brought along easier ways to handle, prepare, and store food. Both new inventions and upgraded ones contributed to easing the hassle of preparing foods. One of the most significant upgrades came with the refrigerator which now had a built-in compartment for freezing food and ice (“Inventions in the 1920's"). People no longer had to waste uneaten food. Instead they could resort to wrapping and freezing it which helped it to last longer than it would in the fridge alone.
Zoe Eickmeier Mrs. Cassidy Pre-AP History 14 March 2023 Technological Advancements of The 1950s Some of the most impactful technological advancements came out of the 1950s. Inventions like integrated circuits, video tape recorders, and satellites did a lot to shape the future of their respective fields. All of these inventions have been built up and are still in use today. The technological advancements made in the 1950s are perhaps some of the most valuable inventions when it comes to daily life. At the beginning of the 1950s only 9% of households owned a television, by the 1960s that number grew up to 87%.
Television was first invented in 1925 by John Logie Baird. Then in 1923, a mechanical television system called radiovision was introduced by Charles Jenkins and it could transmit the earliest moving silhouette images. It is undeniable to say that television became one of the most essential inventions that shaped America throughout 1920s. Up to now, it has enhanced the electronic industry and advanced in technology of the USA. In 1927, Herbert Hoover was the very first U.S. President to appear on television.
Also, the creation of insulin gained Canada popularity because it was Canadians who found a cure for diabetes. Another invention that was popularized in the twenties is the radio. The listener could change stations by moving the thin wire over the quartz crystal’s surface (Quinlan 58). This was an exciting time for Canadians because the radio was affordable for many. The radio provided cheap entertainment such as the, news, sports, music, and drama, which brought families closer.
The introduction of new technologies such as automobiles, radio, movies, and electricity improved the way of life in Canada. The automobile, in particular, transformed transportation methods, enabling people to travel faster and more efficiently. Television and radio programming allowed Canadians to access information and entertainment from every corner of the country, bringing people closer together than ever before. The social advancements that took place in the Roaring Twenties transformed the culture and lifestyle of Canadians. With greater employment opportunities and higher wages, people in Canada began to enjoy their leisure time, and these included the flourishing of nightlife and the cultural scene.
The period from 1865 to 1898 was a time of rapid technological advancement and significant economic transformation in the United States. The country was moving from an agricultural economy to an industrial one, and technology played a crucial role in this transition. The growth of cities and the rise of large corporations created new opportunities for work and business. The concentration of workers in cities allowed for the specialization of labor and the growth of new industries in transportation, communication, and manufacturing. People with specialized work and trades became unwanted because machines began doing jobs and people worked the machines.
When people mention the industrial revolution, many think of the early 1900s when the surge of new technologies and industrial improvements began. From the changes in the technological use of materials like iron and steel that opened up new markets to new jobs and a booming economy, the United States was a force to be reckoned with. People reminisce with great pride on a time when the United States became a powerhouse of one-third of the global products used internationally. However, with good comes bad and a major issue that still affects us today is the depletion of natural resources. While technological improvement opened up new markets they are also the reason for environmental destruction and irreversible damage.
The 1920's was a time of wealth and excitement because people where trying new things and living life to the fullest. Though there were many exciting things the most exciting was the music which encouraged a new kind of behavior. Nothing like the “Jazz Age” had ever happened before in America, leading to new and exciting things. The 1920's had a lot of advancements. The most important advancement was music because, jazz influenced people, caused a rebellious side, and brought cultures together.
Automobiles were affordable and were designed carefully. The majority of these cars were produced by the Ford Motor Company, led by Henry Ford, who designed a different model each year to satisfy the insatiable crowd. Many of the automotive innovations that we think of as being modern—like electric powered cars, four wheel drive, front wheel drive, hybrid fuel and electric cars—were introduced during the 1920s. The automobiles had various different colors in order to get the attention of people, especially woman, and through time, they evolved to become more comfortable to drive for men (Scott ,1). The automobiles were beneficial to the U.S because they expanded the area of habitat.
The 1920s involved a lot of change. Modernism was one of these changes. Modernism involved mostly youth, but was also a time where changes involving science and society’s norms were questioned frequently. Modernism was all about change, and this meant to changing views on science (for example: evolution), how youth acted in public, art and literature, dating, alcohol use, women's roles in society and even eugenics (for example: Margaret Sanger and birth control).
These new inventions and creations in the 1920’s have helped with the creation of the technology we have today and has helped in different wars and helped soldiers, it has helped in making it easier to get around with the auto industry expanding, and has improved the lives of diabetics due to the discovery of insulin and is one major factor in progression in Canada. Canadian culture has progressed in this time aswell which has shaped our television, movies and songs we have today. The group of seven was created who created many different paintings of Canadian landscape, movies and radio’s begin to get popular in Canada and the government creates CBC which was created to promote Canadian culture. All of this is progression and important to Canada because without all of this, television, movies and the radio would be completely different and would change our culture completely. In conclusion, the 1920’s was a year of progression for a lot of reasons which has shaped the way Canada is today and without any of these things, Canada would be completely
The 1920’s consisted of out with the old and in with the new. Throughout history, generations haven’t always seen eye-to-eye on the topic of change, especially when rejecting the values previously established. However, that wouldn’t stop the new generation from prevailing. In the readings of “The Negro Artist and the Racial Mountain” and “These Wild Young People by One of Them” written in the 1920’s, John F. Carter describes the misunderstandings of the new generation, while Langston Hughes depicts how assimilation effected their culture. This new generation emerged from a direct result of the hardship endured during WWI, women earning a role in society, along with the different African American social classes and how some of the youngsters
