Prohibition

2011 · M · Economics

From 1920-1933, America banned the sale, manufacture, and transportation of alcohol for consumption nationally. During this 13-year period simply referred to as “Prohibition,” millions of Americans reacted by turning away from the moralistic universe it apotheosized.

Directed by: Ken Burns

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