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American culture in the 1920's is characterized by its extreme changes and clashes. It was perhaps during this decade that there were the greatest differences in views than ever before encompassed by one major controversy, modern verses tradition. Old and new seem to collide in every aspect throughout this decade including social, economic, and even religious areas. F. Scott Fitgerald is one of the authors who clearly represent the clash between progressive and conservative. Conditions during World War I introduced new freedom to women and African Americans in the 1920's, stimulating rapid advancement which met adamant conservative attempts to re-establish traditionalist ideals.
The women during the 1920's were at the front of a social revolution that would change the roles of all people in America. World War I had created a thriving economy for Americans and women had taken over many jobs when there was a demand for workers and the men were at war. The roles of women requiring......

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