How did the great depression affect americans? what challenges did they face?

The Great Depression challenged American families in major ways, placing great economic, social, and psychological strains and demands upon families and their members. ... Millions of families lost their savings as numerous banks collapsed in the early 1930s.

what are two things that greatly the american economy after the war? the huge buildup of u.s. military the beginning of the korean conflict the creation of the gi bill the marshall plan for nations