18 juin 1920 - Prohibition takes effect
Description:
Prohibition was a huge controversy among rural and urban America. Many believed that the consumption of alcohol was lead to gangs, political machines and immigrants. They felt that alcohol was the cause for monsters and killers. Many government officials started to direct their attention to these problems since many were illegally selling alcohol around some cities.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
18 juin 1920
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 105 ans