The depression originated in the United States, after a fall in stock prices that began around September 4, 1929. It was the longest, deepest, and most widespread depression of the 20th century. Take a look how it was in the USA.
 

These villages in America were constructed on vacant lots and made from wood and metal. They were named “Hoovervilles” after President Hoover and were quite common until 1940. Here are some pics taken in New York Central Park around this time.

The Great Depression is the name given to the time in history when the stock market crashed. This fateful event happened 85 years ago on October 29, 1929 and is known as “Black Tuesday”.