LIQUOR RAID, 1923. Prohibition officers raiding Carl Hammels restaurant in Washington, D
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LIQUOR RAID, 1923. Prohibition officers raiding Carl Hammels restaurant in Washington, D
LIQUOR RAID, 1923.
Prohibition officers raiding Carl Hammels restaurant in Washington, D.C. Photograph, 25 April 1923
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1923 April Barrel Basement Bootleg Cellar Liquor Moonshine Officer Police Policeman Progressive Era Prohibition Prohibitionist Pull Raid Roaring Twenties Rope Storefront Whiskey
LIQUOR RAID, 1923 - A Glimpse into the Roaring Twenties
EDITORS COMMENTS
. Step back in time to April 25,1923, as this photograph captures a pivotal moment during the Prohibition era. In Washington, D. C. , prohibition officers are seen raiding Carl Hammels' restaurant, unearthing an underground world of bootlegging and moonshine. The image showcases the determination of these men in uniform as they pull on ropes tied around barrels filled with illicit liquor. Their mission was clear - to enforce the nationwide ban on alcohol that defined the Progressive Era. The exterior of the restaurant serves as a backdrop for this dramatic scene, its storefront concealing what lies beneath. This snapshot from America's past offers a window into an early morning raid that aimed to dismantle secret cellars and hidden basements where whiskey flowed freely despite legal restrictions. It symbolizes both defiance against authority and society's insatiable thirst for forbidden pleasures during those tumultuous times. As we gaze upon this historical relic, it reminds us of how far we have come since then while also serving as a reminder of our nation's complex relationship with alcohol regulation. Let us reflect on this photograph not only as a testament to law enforcement efforts but also as a glimpse into an era characterized by rebellion and resilience - The Roaring Twenties.
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