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Western women in the 1930s confront rising misogyny and patriarchy amid economic depression, with some embracing traditional roles as a source of stability.
Adolf Hitler's rise to power in 1930s Germany faced a significant internal resistance, as individuals within his regime plotted to end his reign of terror.
James Cameron reflects on his past in 1930s Dundee, exploring the changes in the city and his own life since that time.
The Golden Gate Bridge construction in San Francisco sees 30 falls and 11 deaths during its build.
Prince Henry's affair with Beryl Markham threatens the British Royal Family's reputation.
In 1930s rural Canada, a farmer's son hires an itinerant trumpet player for the harvest, leading to an unexpected musical evening that captivates the community.
New York City's streets are showcased in a split-screen format, contrasting the vibrant life of the 1930s with the modern urban landscape over eighty years.
Eleanor Roosevelt dedicates her life to advocating for the oppressed and establishing the National Youth Administration.
Tanning becomes a national craze in the 1930s as people sought the California beach look.
During the Great Depression, systemic segregation resulted in African-Americans facing unemployment rates twice that of whites, with limited opportunities highlighted by the Pullman sleeper trains.
At 37 Merwedeplein, the Anne Frank Foundation restores Anne Frank's family home to its 1930s condition, revealing significant historical artifacts and memories.
Watch Rockefeller Center's Christmas traditions in New York City from the 1930s to now.
FDR's rare footage shows his struggle with polio during his presidential campaign in America.
Anglo-Irish Protestants in 1930s Ireland navigate their dual loyalty to both Ireland and Britain amid rising anti-English sentiment in a newly independent nation.
The Gateway Arch symbolizes unemployment efforts during the Great Depression in St. Louis.
Wiley Post relies on Russell Colley to create a pressure suit for high-altitude flight.