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Exploring 1920s Scandals: Colonel Forbes and the Teapot Dome Controversy

Discover the significant scandals of the 1920s, focusing on key figures such as Colonel Charles R. Forbes and Albert B. Fall. Learn about Forbes' looting of government funds and how he was held accountable, as well as Fall's role in the infamous Teapot Dome scandal. Examine the consequences of these events, the trials that followed, and the shifts in public perception of politics during this tumultuous era. This exploration also touches upon Attorney General Dougherty's involvement and the broader implications for President Harding's legacy.

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Exploring 1920s Scandals: Colonel Forbes and the Teapot Dome Controversy

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  1. Scandals in the 1920’s Presented By:

  2. Early Scandal • Colonel Charles R. Forbes – who is he, what did he do, who was he appointed by • How much did he (& his accomplices) loot from the government? • What was the main thing he was supposed to be using the money on? • What did he do when he was caught? • What was his punishment?

  3. Early Scandals (cont’d) • Use this to complete the information from the previous slide

  4. The Biggest of Them All • Albert B. Fall - who is he, what did he do, who was he appointed by • What scandalous event was he responsible for? • What was this scandal called? • How much money did he make in this illegal operation?

  5. Teapot Dome (cont’d) • Use this space to completely answer the questions from the previous page

  6. Fallout from the Teapot Dome scandal • When did information about the activity start to leak? • Who was put on trial for it? • What was the outcome of the trial? • How did this change the public’s view of politics at the time?

  7. Another One? • Attorney General Dougherty - who is he, what did he do, who was he appointed by • What scandalous activity was he involved in? • What was the immediate response? • What happened to him when he faced trial? • Who did he blame?

  8. Was Harding at Fault? • Discuss why he could have been blamed • Discuss how he was spared the blame • Discuss why many believe he was a kind man, but not a good president

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