Alcohol in Early America
Early Americans had a unique relationship with alcohol, consuming it in quantities that may surpass any other society in history. With limited access to safe drinking water, they relied on alcohol as a safer alternative. Religious beliefs did not hinder their drinking habits; instead, alcohol was viewed as a natural gift, enjoyed in moderation. The early settlers even prioritized ale over water on their voyages to the New World.In this clip
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