Focus of the Civilian Conservation Corps

The Great Depression of the 1930s had profound effects on American society and the economy. In response to this crisis, President Franklin D. Roosevelt implemented a series of programs and reforms known as the New Deal, aimed at economic recovery and social reform. These initiatives included policies for job creation, financial reforms, and support for various sectors such as agriculture and labor.

One significant element of the New Deal was the establishment of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), which sought to address the urgent problem of unemployment among young men. Which of the following statements best describes the primary focus of the CCC?