Prohibition's Rise
The temperance movement, prominently featuring figures like Carrie, set the stage for nationwide prohibition, particularly influenced by the U.S. involvement in World War I. As beer became associated with the enemy, the push for the 18th Amendment gained momentum, leading to its ratification in 1919. While initial enforcement reduced alcohol consumption significantly, loopholes in the legislation soon emerged, complicating the intended effects of prohibition.In this clip
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