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What Happened
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Major events, music, film, tech & prices from 1930

The World in 1930
🌍EventsSmoot-Hawley Tariff deepens the Great Depression (Jun 17) · Gandhi leads Salt March protesting British rule (Mar 12) · Clyde Tombaugh discovers Pluto at Lowell Observatory (Feb 18) · Uruguay wins first FIFA World Cup (Jul 30) · Haile Selassie crowned Emperor of Ethiopia (Nov 2) · Bank failures sweep the United States (Dec)
🎵MusicHappy Days Are Here Again – Ben Selvin Orchestra
🎬FilmAll Quiet on the Western Front
💻TechClyde Tombaugh discovered Pluto at the Lowell Observatory in Arizona
🛒PricesBread $0.09 · Gas $0.20/gal · House $5,800
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What major events happened in 1930?

1930 was a year of significant world events that shaped history. From political upheavals to cultural milestones, the year left a lasting mark on society. The music charts, cinema screens, and technological landscape of 1930 reflect the era's unique character. Prices for everyday goods like bread, gasoline, and homes give a vivid snapshot of the economic climate of the time.

Why is 1930 historically significant?

Each year carries its own defining moments and cultural touchstones. 1930 contributed unique chapters to the story of the 20th and 21st centuries. Whether you lived through 1930 or are researching it, the events, art, technology, and everyday costs of that year paint a rich picture of life at the time.

Frequently asked questions

What major events happened in 1930?

Major world events of 1930 include: Smoot-Hawley Tariff deepens the Great Depression (Jun 17); Gandhi leads Salt March protesting British rule (Mar 12); Clyde Tombaugh discovers Pluto at Lowell Observatory (Feb 18); Uruguay wins first FIFA World Cup (Jul 30).

What was the #1 song in 1930?

The most iconic song of 1930 was Happy Days Are Here Again – Ben Selvin Orchestra.

What was the top film in 1930?

The standout film of 1930 was All Quiet on the Western Front.

What did things cost in 1930?

In 1930, a loaf of bread cost $0.09, gasoline was $0.20/gal, and the average house was $5,800.

What technology milestone happened in 1930?

Clyde Tombaugh discovered Pluto at the Lowell Observatory in Arizona