Repeal Day - December 5th, 2024
Repeal Day: The Forgotten Holiday That Changed America December 5th, 1933, marked a monumental day in American history – the day Prohibition finally came to an end. And that's exactly what we celebrate on Repeal Day , observed every year on December 5th! So, what's the story behind this often-overlooked holiday? Well, it all began with the 18th Amendment to the US Constitution, which prohibited the manufacture, sale, and transportation of intoxicating liquors back in 1920. The idea was to reduce crime, improve public morals, and boost the economy. Sounds great, right? Unfortunately, it had the opposite effect. Organized crime flourished, and bootlegging became a lucrative business. The Fight for Repeal Fortunately, many Americans soon realized that Prohibition wasn't all it was cracked up to be. The Women's Organization for National Prohibition Reform, led by Pauline Sabin, played a significant role in the fight for repeal. They argued that the amendment was in...