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The Top 5 Longest Recessions in US History
| Year | Duration | Unemployment Rate | GDP Contraction | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1929-1933 | 43 months | 24.75% | - 13.0% |
| 2 | 1981-1982 | 17 months | 10.8 % | - 1.9% |
| 3 | 1973-1975 | 16 months | 9% | - 2.1% |
| 4 | 1937-1938 | 13 months | 19.0% | - 3.4% |
| 5 | 1926-1927 | 11 months | 5.5% | N/A |
