In the early 1930s, many farmers lost their land primarily due to the Great Depression, which caused a dramatic drop in crop prices and demand. Additionally, prolonged droughts, particularly during the Dust Bowl, devastated crops and made farming unsustainable. Many farmers were unable to pay off loans and mortgages, leading to foreclosures and loss of their land to banks and creditors. The combination of economic hardship and environmental disaster created a dire situation for rural communities.
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