The New Deal in Orange County, California

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The narrative explores the impact of severe natural disasters on Orange County during the Great Depression, including the 1933 Long Beach earthquake and the 1938 Santa Ana River flood. Highlighting the region's struggle and resilience, it details how federal aid programs under President Franklin D. Roosevelt, such as the Works Progress Administration and Civilian Conservation Corps, revitalized the local infrastructure. Charles Epting guides readers through the historical transformation of buildings, bridges, and public spaces that emerged from this tumultuous period.