The 1920's were a period of tension between new and changing attitudes on the one hand and traditional values and nostalgia on the other.traditional values and nostalgia on the other. What led to the tension between old and new AND in what ways was the tension manifested?

The 1920s were a transition period from traditional to new values. Long enshrined beliefs in the value of traditionalism saw a departure in 1920s. People began to look society as it is with a realistic outlook.

Important changes:

1) Fundamentalism to Modern fundamentalism- Christian doctrines were added to the religious beliefs of people but modern fundamentalism talked about the development of society and the free will.

2) Separation of Church and State- Religious believes changed in different ways. Church and State had distinctive powers that led to the emergence of Democratic values.

3) World War I - The major destruction of life and property brought by world war changed the way people perceived society. Modern values does not ascribe to bloodshed rather a society propagating peace and brotherhood.

4) Realism- Society became more realistic in its approach. People were seeing the society around with pain and suffering expressed in various art forms like literature, philosophy and paintings.

5) Music- The introduction of jazz music gave new voice to blacks with exclusive style. It was uniquely new.

6) Feminism- Suffrage moment paved way for modern feminism and the search for equality in American society. Early 1920s gave American women a voice all over the world. They began talking about their rights and opportunities.