Prohibition legislation refers to a series of laws enacted in the early twentieth century that prohibited the manufacture, sale, and distribution of alcoholic beverages. These laws aimed to eliminate alcohol consumption in society.
Related terms
Temperance movement: The temperance movement was a social and political campaign against alcohol consumption. It advocated for moderation or complete abstinence from drinking.
Volstead Act: The Volstead Act was passed as a part of the Prohibition legislation and provided guidelines for enforcing the ban on alcoholic beverages.
Speakeasies: Speakeasies were secret bars or clubs where people could go to drink during Prohibition, often hidden behind unmarked doors or operated underground.