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'''Bread line''' or '''breadline''' refers to a queue of people waiting for food provided by a charitable organization or public agency. This term originated during the [[Great Depression]] in the United States, but it has been used in other contexts as well.

== History ==

The concept of a bread line has been in existence since the early 20th century. The term became popular during the [[Great Depression]] in the United States, where millions of people were out of work and unable to afford food. Charitable organizations and public agencies would distribute free bread and other food items to those in need, who would line up to receive these goods.

== Bread lines in different countries ==

Bread lines are not unique to the United States. They have been a common sight in many countries during times of economic hardship or war. For example, bread lines were common in the Soviet Union during the [[Russian Revolution]] and the subsequent civil war. They were also a common sight in Germany after World War I and during the [[Hyperinflation in the Weimar Republic|hyperinflation period]].

== Modern day bread lines ==

In modern times, bread lines are often associated with food banks and soup kitchens, which provide free food to those in need. These organizations often rely on donations from individuals, businesses, and government agencies to operate.

== Social and economic implications ==

Bread lines are often seen as a symbol of economic hardship and inequality. They highlight the gap between those who have enough to eat and those who do not. Bread lines can also be a source of social stigma for those who use them, as they are often associated with poverty and unemployment.

== See also ==
* [[Soup kitchen]]
* [[Food bank]]
* [[Great Depression]]
* [[Poverty]]
* [[Unemployment]]

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