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The Duttons faced a new set of challenges in the early 20th century, including the rise of Westward Expansion, Prohibition, and the Great Depression. While the Great Depression in the United States began in 1929, it began early in Montana. The Great Depression began in Montana in 1918, nearly 10 years before the rest of the nation. While the rest of America was prospering, Montana was struggling. Between the drought and the reduced demand for agricultural products due to the end of the “Great War” (also known as World War I, from 1914 to 1918), many farmers suffered greatly. As a result, Montana farmers would default on war loans, which led to widespread bank failures throughout the state. Between 1921 and 1925, half of Montana’s farmers lost their land. By 1925, 70,000 of Montana’s 82,000 homesteaders had left. In addition, 200 banks in Montana failed. Not only were the crops affected by the drought, but there was also a locust infestation and livestock succumbing to the contagion. Featured in Timeless Heroes: Indiana Jones and Harrison Ford (2023). After Yellowstone, this was a different feel, but still similar… I really enjoyed this and while I needed to see more, it makes me feel like maybe it could have been better (a tougher challenge after Yellowstone!) BUT. BUT. BUT… It finally seems to start with the side stories merging… And then it ends – obviously this is set up for a second season – BUT – if that doesn’t happen, you’ve just wasted your time as the story isn’t even concluded by the end of this first season. And currently there is no announcement or timeline for a second season… This makes me so mad! It’s like going to a great restaurant and being served only the sissy sides with no main course!!! What the hell… Come on producers… Pull your fingers out!!!!