Although this is the shortest market crash observed, it was a deadly one. Investors saw almost half their money disappear in just two months. Often this crash is the worst in most people's minds.
This crash kicked off what we now know as the "Great Depression." You can read more about this crash by visiting my This crash kicked off what we now know as the "Great Depression." To learn more about the crash, be sure to visit my 1929 crash resources.
Date Started: 9/3/1929
Date Ended: 11/13/1929
Total Days: 71
Starting DJIA: 381.17
Ending DJIA: 198.69
Total Loss: -47.9%
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