American History: The Great Depression American History: The Great Depression The Stock Market Crash of 1929 The stock market crash of 1929 was a major event that contributed to the Great Depression. The crash occurred on October 29, 1929, and it led to a panic that caused many people to lose their savings and investments. The crash was triggered by a combination of factors, including overproduction in the agricultural and industrial sectors, speculation in the stock market, and a decline in consumer confidence. The Dust Bowl The Dust Bowl was a period of severe dust storms that occurred in the Great Plains region of the United States during the 1930s. The Dust Bowl was caused by a combination of drought, poor farming practices, and strong winds. The dust storms destroyed crops and made it difficult to breathe, forcing many families to leave their homes and travel west...