The 1920s was referred as the “Roaring Twenties” and marked a time of sustained economic and social progress. Through this decade American economy boomed, new technological advancements were being developed, market shot up, luxurious items were more available , and culture changed. The middle class became stronger as they became habitable to all the wealth during this era of economic booming. Women gained more confidence, started to work, and changed their ordinary wardrobe when the 19th amendment was approved. African Americans moved north and established new music and culture in Harlem. The 1920s was a time of economic boom and social progress. During the 1920s, wages rose and opportunities increased as businesses profits over mass production. The economy boomed due to production, advertising, and Henry Ford’s assembly line. The efficiency in …show more content…
Henry Ford changed America by creating the assembly line, he believed one person should do one task and pass it to the next person who would continue the part. Ford’s assembly line created mass production of automobiles such as the Ford Model T, which not only helped people travel but other industries that produced large amounts of steel, glass, or even rubber. As the wage levels and price of Ford Model T decreased the production and earnings increased. (Gilderlehrman.org) Ford gave people opportunities to work at reasonable hours and with cheaper products, a lot people not only brought cars but other new conveniences.
Ford brought consumer and mass culture to everyone, He created discount grocery stores where people could buy their averages items cheaper. Their money was then saved to buy more expensive items for their household such as refrigerators