# Prohibition
Moonshiners Wore Special Shoes To Evade the Law During Prohibition
In the early 19th century many people within the United States grew tired of what they saw as rampant alcoholism and…
Here’s How Winston Churchill Got His Drink on in America During Prohibition
The idea that alcohol is a corrupting influence on human nature has been around for a long time. In the…
The United States Government Killed Thousands During Prohibition
The years Prohibition was in effect are some of the most interesting to study in American History. Surprisingly, there is…
Today In History: 1929 Roared With A Saint Valentine’s Day Massacre
February 14, 1929. It was the last year of the roaring 1920s and it ended with a bang when a…
5 Most Ruthless Gangsters From the 20-30s You Haven’t Heard Of
When Prohibition became law in the United States in 1920, a crime wave of unprecedented proportions was unleashed across the…
Al Capone’s Long-Lost Brother was a Prohibition Officer
Al Capone is arguably the most famous organized crime figure of all time. The man is known as "Scarface" a…
This Day In History: Legendary Western Lawman Is Murdered (1924)
On this day, legendary lawman of the Old West was murdered. William Tilghman, who had been a lawman for almost…
This Day In History: Congress Votes Prohibition Into Law (1919)
On this day in history, the Houses of Congress pass an Act that effectively outlaws the sale and distribution of…
This Day In History: Al Capone Is Sent to Prison (1931)
On this day in 1931, one of the most famous gangsters of all time Al Capone is sentenced to eleven…