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Millions of Americans having lost their jobs, were evicted from their homes due to being unable to pay their mortgage. Those people were left homeless so they put up shacks or tents on public or unused land, such as local parks or fields. These little communities were called Shantytowns. They later became known as Hoovervilles. Blaming the president for his lack of concern and compassion for the economy. One of the most famous Hoovervilles was one at Central Park, New York. Constant riots broke out because the people were so angry and depressed and in need of food, money, hope.