15 August 1930

London, England.  I have arrived!  But Europe is much different then anything I would have ever imagined.  The Depression is here too! It is everywhere I turn; I hadn’t realized that the Great Depression was a worldwide Depression.  It is hard to take in; the devastation is just the same as the United States.  It is like an earthquake has shaken the entire world with economic turmoil.  Despite other European nation’s government instability, Britain stayed strong and their citizens are happy with the parliamentary democracy, good welfare and safety nets during this time of an economic downturn.  There is no room for fascists or communists in Britain, there are less than 2,000 votes supporting communists, and fascists have even less.  Many people I have talked to in Britain seem optimistic during this time and are staying strong.  As a tourist, Britain is very warm and welcoming regardless of the poor worldwide conditions.  The countryside is green, green, green!  Britain is reminding me of back home in Michigan.  I miss Michigan, but I am ready for an adventure! 

Okay well I am going to go explore, learn new things and enjoy Britain! I will write soon!