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The War on Crime: The 1930s and the New Deal

American History Hit

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FBI Evolution and Crime Policy in the 1930s

This chapter examines the evolution of the FBI and the federal government's response to crime during the 1930s, particularly amidst high-profile bank robberies and the era's political context. It highlights the development of the 'war on crime' rhetoric, the impact of New Deal policies on crime legislation, and significant shifts in federal authority over narcotics and other forms of crime. Additionally, it discusses the role of Alcatraz as a federal prison, illustrating the tensions between rehabilitative and coercive approaches in the criminal justice system of the time.

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