The Day Private Gold Ownership Became Illegal

Описание: In 1933, the U.S. government forced Americans to sell their gold.
Nine months later, it raised the price by 69% and kept the profit.

During the Great Depression, Franklin D. Roosevelt made private gold ownership a federal crime. Under Executive Order 6102, Americans were compelled to surrender gold at a fixed price, backed by threats of prison and massive fines. What followed wasn’t just a policy shift—it was one of the largest wealth transfers in U.S. history.

This video breaks down how emergency powers, monetary policy, and legal maneuvering allowed the government to seize private savings, revalue gold after the fact, and quietly pocket billions. From Frederick Barber Campbell’s prosecution to the Supreme Court’s Gold Clause Cases, this is the story of how fiat money was born through force.

A deep dive into Economic History, Financial Crisis, Geopolitics, and Money, this episode reveals how 1933 set a precedent for modern monetary control—and why the same accounting trick still matters today.

What you’ll learn:
How emergency powers override property rights
The hidden mechanics of gold revaluation
Why courts failed to stop the seizure
How this precedent echoes in modern finance

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This content is strictly for educational and entertainment purposes only. The historical analysis, economic theories, and 'what-if' scenarios presented in this video are not financial advice. I am not a financial advisor, and nothing in this video should be construed as a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any asset or security. All investments carry risk. Please conduct your own due diligence and consult with a certified financial professional before making any investment decisions. Past performance is not indicative of future results.