Pouring Prosperity: The Repeal of Prohibition & Economic Implications

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The Great Depression of the 1930s stands as one of the most significant economic downturns in modern history, leaving an indelible mark on the United States and reshaping its economic landscape for decades to come. Triggered by the stock market … Continued

Legends of the Track: How Prohibition Fueled Stock Car Racing

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In the 1920s, the United States was gripped by Prohibition, a nationwide ban on the production, importation, transportation, and sale of alcoholic beverages. However, amidst this era of temperance, another illicit activity thrived: stock car racing. Originating from the southern … Continued

Prohibition’s Shadow: Racketeering & Bootlegging

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The Prohibition era in the United States, spanning from 1920 to 1933, is synonymous with the rise of organized crime and the flourishing of gangster racketeering. This period, characterized by the nationwide ban on the sale, production, and transportation of … Continued