“The Roaring Twenties were the period of great American prosperity built on fragile foundations.” This quote comes from an anonymous person describing the good life of the 1920s. This is very true because it was a great period of social and economic growth, but it was a very unstable and random way of life, which did not It ultimately didn't last as long as some hoped. Over time, there are many factors that make America what it is today. The Roaring Twenties were the years that contributed the most to change in America. First of all, the 1920s had such a big impact because it was a time when the economy was booming and reforming. It was also during this time that women's rights were more emphasized and finally, due to the many technological advances, the twenties were a time of great prosperity and wealth. The twenties made life so easy, until reality set in. To begin with, the economic boom was the time when many Americans reached the peak of their financial gains. Because of Americas new wealth, American citizens used their new extra money for entertainment. Prohibition caused economic growth due to the illegal sale and consumption of alcohol. More jobs became open to everyone, with higher wages, and hours increased, making it easier for people to have satisfying lives. Child labor laws placed restrictions on the age and length of time a child could work, making people much more relaxed about factory workers. Loans were an easy way for people to achieve their goals during this time. Along with loans, credit was a way for people to use money they might not have at the time and then pay it back to the bank later. The economy thus became very powerful after the Great Depression. All of these factors led...in the middle of the news...at the end to tuning into their favorite show. Life in the 1920s and today has been made much easier thanks to the inventions that exploded during that era. This is why the 1920s was such an influential period in history. Throughout history, many things have had a significant and lasting impact on America. The Roaring Twenties were a period of great social and economic growth. Many people saw it as an ideal way to live, others thought it was irresponsible and just a phase. Well those others were right, America has many similarities to the 1920s today, but things have also changed and people are more responsible now. America's history was marked by the Roaring Twenties due to the great economic boom, the change in the way women were viewed, and also the many technological advancements that were made. The twenties will forever remain an unforgettable era.