What were the Dust Bowl years in Oklahoma?

The Dust Bowl years in Oklahoma are primarily identified as occurring in the early 1930s, particularly from 1930 to 1936. This period was marked by severe drought and poor agricultural practices, which led to massive dust storms that devastated the landscape and agriculture of the Great Plains, including Oklahoma. During these years, high winds blew away the topsoil, turning once-fertile farmland into barren wasteland and significantly impacting both the economy and the livelihoods of those living in the affected areas. The events of this era were not only a natural disaster but also highlighted the consequences of unsustainable farming practices, leading to changes in agricultural techniques in subsequent years.

The other time periods mentioned do not correspond with the peak conditions of the Dust Bowl. The late 1920s precede the event, while the mid-1940s and late 1930s indicate times either after the primary crisis or during the recovery phase, rather than the peak of dust storms and agricultural disaster characterized by the early 1930s.