By the 1920s, pulp fiction had become extremely popular, dwarfing sales of "real" literature in comparison, and also having a greater influence on pop culture.
One of the most controversial trials in American history was that of Sacco and Vanzetti, two Italian immigrants accused of robbery and murder. But there were other factors involved, namely, prejudice towards their nationality.
Baby Esther Lee Jones is not a household name, but in her day, she was a big stage star, touring around the US, South America, and Europe. She might also have been an inspiration for the character Betty Boop, and was even involved in a court case with singer Helen Kane.
F.W. Murnau's horror masterpiece was almost lost forever. But fortunately, it has survived for us to enjoy and appreciate. 1920s German film contained some of the most influential films of the silent era, and put the German Expressionism in motion. This is the story of one of the most iconic pieces of horror media ever created: "Nosferatu."
Charlie Chaplin is known by many as a master of slapstick, but many others also know that he was so much more than that, and the 1920s saw some of his most inspired films.
As of right now, Ray Chapman is the only MLB player to die from an on-field injury. This was back when certain safety measures in baseball (and other sports) were not yet league rules.
"Our Gang" was one of the most popular series of silent shorts. It was unique because it used a cast of child actors, who were often rotated out with fresh new faces. Later, the name of the series was changed to "The Little Rascals."