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177: An Epilogue to the New Deal and CCC Deep Dive with Neil Maher

History That Doesn't Suck

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The Impact of the Civilian Conservation Corps

This chapter examines the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) and its profound effects on young men during its tenure, including economic and vocational benefits. It discusses the social dynamics, including the segregated experiences of racial groups and the exclusion of women from most programs. The chapter also vividly portrays a day in the life of a CCC enrollee, highlighting their structured routine and the skills they developed which often translated into military service during World War II.

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