PROHIBITION, 1920s. The destruction of $150, 000 of whiskey in Girard, Alabama, during Prohibition
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PROHIBITION, 1920s. The destruction of $150, 000 of whiskey in Girard, Alabama, during Prohibition
PROHIBITION, 1920s.
The destruction of $150, 000 of whiskey in Girard, Alabama, during Prohibition, 1920s
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18th Amendment 1920 1920s Alabama Barrel Bootleg Crate Destruction Girard Moonshine Progressive Era Prohibition Prohibitionist Roaring Twenties Whisky Southeast
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures a significant moment in American history - the destruction of $150,000 worth of whiskey during the Prohibition era in Girard, Alabama. Taken in the 1920s, this image serves as a powerful reminder of the impact that Prohibition had on society. In an effort to enforce the 18th Amendment, which banned the production, sale, and distribution of alcoholic beverages from 1920 to 1933, authorities were tasked with destroying confiscated alcohol. This particular scene showcases barrels, crates, and kegs filled with moonshine being demolished. The photograph transports us back to a time when bootlegging was rampant and speakeasies thrived in secret corners across America. It symbolizes both defiance against restrictive laws and a government's determination to uphold them. During this period known as the Roaring Twenties or Progressive Era, prohibitionists fought for temperance while others reveled in underground establishments where illegal liquor flowed freely. The South played a significant role in this narrative due to its strong cultural ties to alcohol consumption. As we gaze upon this historic print by Granger Art on Demand titled "Prohibition" we are reminded of how societal norms can shape legislation and influence our collective memory. It stands as a testament to an era marked by rebellion against authority and highlights one small chapter within America's complex relationship with alcohol.
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