The U.S. Navy made it official in 1913 when issuing short-sleeved, crew-necked white cotton undershirts. Sailors stationed in ...

Users flocked to social media posting snarky videos and memes using the hashtag #GreatDepression on April 2. Find out why.

Donald Trump claimed Wednesday that the United States entered the Great Depression as a result of turning its back on the policy of placing tariffs on other countries in favor of an income tax.

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Trade partners like Italy, Switzerland, Uruguay, and Argentina called for patriotic boycotts on key exports, such as American cars, sewing machines, and motion pictures. European countries ...

Depression refers to a state of low mood that can be accompanied with loss of interest in activities that the individual normally perceived as pleasurable, altered appetite and sleep/wake balance ...