Which New Deal program was created to provide work for young men between the ages of 18 and 25 in various environmental projects?

The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) was established under the New Deal to address high unemployment during the Great Depression, particularly among young men aged 18 to 25. This program focused on environmental conservation projects, such as reforestation, flood control, and the development of state and national parks. Participants were employed in tasks that not only contributed to the conservation of the nation’s natural resources but also provided them with vocational training, camp experiences, and a small wage to support their families.

The CCC was significant not only for its immediate impact on employment but also for its long-term contributions to improving and protecting the American landscape, reflecting the New Deal's broader goals of recovery and reform. This program symbolized the federal government's commitment to tackling unemployment while facilitating environmental stewardship.

Other programs listed, like the National Recovery Administration and the Tennessee Valley Authority, had different focuses – the former aimed at industrial recovery and the latter addressed regional economic development – and did not specifically target young men for environmental projects. The Securities and Exchange Commission, meanwhile, was focused on regulating the stock market to prevent future financial crises.