Prohibition Begins
The passage of the 18th Amendment and the Volstead Act marks a significant turning point in American history, with Wheeler playing a pivotal role in their enactment. As the definition of "intoxicating liquors" surprises many, the onset of Prohibition quickly leads to chaos, exemplified by a daring whiskey heist in Chicago just moments after the law takes effect. This sets the stage for a tumultuous era in America's relationship with alcohol.In this clip
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157: Temperance, Prohibition, and the Path to the 18th Amendment
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