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Joined: 6/8/2009
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I would like to see a forum about the period of the 1930's other than the Great Depression It was a terrible period for so many people but at the same time probably the most creative period in terms of all of the arts, via the Federal programs, and also in terms of putting people who were unemployed back to work with dignity, via the CCC. Too bad that we had/have not subsequently made use of a similar work program to simultaneously provide productive employment to the unemployed instead of welfare and ensure the improvements to our country's infrastructure.
I would also see a forum about The Marshall Plan, among the most successful forms of foreign aid by not sending money but sending American made equipment and other materials. We should have and still should think of doing this for Africa and other third world areas.
The money seems not to be used for the benefit of the people or the countries. Again it would necessitate the growth of manufacturers and other suppliers in the U.S.
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Joined: 5/20/2009
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Actually, you're quite right about the 30's having some good qualities to it as well...and fittingly enough, didn't the start of technicolor movies begin in the late 30s? Talk about entertainment in history!!! I've always been fascinated with movies and tv...and to see how they've developed over the years. With the upcoming switch to digital, I find myself reflecting on the changes that have occurred already. I remember hearing stories from my grandparents about when they first had a tv in their home, and how it only had a few channels, and those only came in when the rabbit years were positioned just right. As I sit here watching my satellite tv and the hundreds of channels I can surf through, I think "man, if I can't find anything to watch with this many channels, imagine what it'd've been like back then!" Just kidding, I'm actually watching the History Channel right now! I wonder what it was like when cable tv first came around and when satellite arrived. Was it a shock, these former modern marvels? How long did it take for them to become popular? How long before it became affordable? And for that matter...what about movies? What was it like the first time you were able to watch a movie in the privacy of your own home? What was your first beta? vhs? dvd? Please share your memories...I'd really like to know!
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Joined: 6/27/2009
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I have to agree that the 30's and actually the mid 20's are intriguing time frame. This country effectively did a pancake move with it's roaring stock market and subsequent fail.
The advancement of media and the rise of Hollywood will stand through time as a truly unique time in history. Simply look at all the things that this industry spawned.
I remember rabbit ears for B&W TV. 3 Channels and if anybody tried to touch the ears when Superman came on fights would ensue. Serious TV watchers hung real antennas to their chimney's which would provide a nice steady signal even when it was windy. I also remember first cable hook up. I just about flipped out. Sat TV wasn't really a huge change but was the only outlet for the NFL ticket.
First video in the house was VHS - Beta was so expensive and huge, kind of like 8-track and cassettes, plus they had Beta machines at the office I worked and they really seemed clunky.
It's funny to watch how the movie industry keeps reinventing itself. Beta-VHS-Laserdisc-DVD-Blu-Ray-etc. High definition and the restorative techniques will only get better.
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Joined: 9/13/2009
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Fabulous idea. Many people would have amazing things to post! Currently, I am writing a biography of a famous person who was born in New York City in 1920. My research has taken me into that era. I guess I selected the perfect Forum for me on the first shot. It's a daily epiphany for me as things fall into place. Every article I spot, every movie on TV, wherever I go the information I need just falls in front of my face without effort on my part. It is truly exciting to wonder what will be posted on here.... Kathryn
Member: K.D. Smith, Author/Freelance Writer
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