In the heart of a nation, shadows grew long,
Whispers of despair in every mournful song.
The Great Depression, a time of endless night,
Hopes once bright now faded from sight.

Streets lined with sorrow, dreams turned to dust,
A panorama of heartache, in God we trust.
Bread lines stretched, hunger in every face,
The fabric of society unraveling, losing grace.

Echoes of laughter silenced by fear,
Families torn apart, shedding silent tears.
The weight of the world on weary shoulders pressed,
Seeking solace, but finding no rest.

Yet through the darkness, a flicker of light,
Resilience and hope, a spirit to fight.
From the ashes of despair, we rise anew,
The Great Depression, a testament to what we can do.