The Roaring Twenties

1920-01-01

A decade of economic prosperity, cultural change, and social upheaval in the United States.

Historical Figures

Josephine Baker

Entertainer and Activist

Josephine Baker was a renowned entertainer, singer, and dancer who rose to fame in Paris during the 1920s. She later became a civil rights activist and spy for the French Resistance during World War II.

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Jay Gatsby

Wealthy Socialite

Jay Gatsby is a mysterious and wealthy socialite known for his extravagant parties and his unrequited love for Daisy Buchanan. His character epitomizes the excess and grandeur of the Roaring Twenties.

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Al Capone

Gangster and Bootlegger

Al Capone was a notorious mob boss and bootlegger who dominated the Chicago underworld during Prohibition. His criminal empire thrived on illegal activities such as smuggling alcohol and racketeering.

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