LIQUOR RAID, 1923. Prohibition officers with beer and wine recovered during a raid
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LIQUOR RAID, 1923. Prohibition officers with beer and wine recovered during a raid
LIQUOR RAID, 1923.
Prohibition officers with beer and wine recovered during a raid of Carl Hammels restaurant in Washington, D.C. Photograph, 25 April 1923
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LIQUOR RAID, 1923 - Unveiling the Dark Side of Prohibition
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. This print captures a pivotal moment in American history during the height of the Prohibition era. In this arresting image, prohibition officers proudly display their hard-won spoils from a raid on Carl Hammels restaurant in Washington, D. C. , on April 25th, 1923. The photograph showcases an array of confiscated contraband - beer and wine - that were illicitly produced and sold during this tumultuous period. The officers stand tall amidst barrels, jugs, kegs, and bottles neatly arranged on the sidewalk outside Hammels' storefront. Their stern expressions reflect their commitment to enforcing the controversial law that aimed to ban alcohol consumption across America. As we delve into this snapshot from early 20th-century America, it becomes evident that beneath its surface lies a complex narrative. The progressive era's push for temperance clashed with citizens' desire for libations and led to widespread bootlegging and moonshine production. This powerful visual serves as a reminder of how deeply ingrained alcohol was in American society despite Prohibition's intentions. It also sheds light on the challenges faced by those tasked with upholding these laws against public sentiment. Join us as we explore this evocative piece of history frozen in time – an emblematic representation of both resistance against authority and societal transformation during the roaring twenties.
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