Causes
What group wanted prohibition?
The Temperance Movement
What did Prohibition prevent?
The manufacturing, transport, and manufacturing of aclholic beverages
What would people make at home?
Moonshine
Why did the government struggle to enforce prohibition?
Corruption/Crime
Why did people want prohibition in the first?
To try and solve the alcoholism issue in America
Was saw an increase during the prohibition?
Crime
Who would prescribe alcohol during the prohibition?
Doctors
Who patrolled shore lines for alcohol buyer returning?
The U.S. Coast Guard
What helped the Temperance Movement gain popularity?
The group being a religious group
What was worsened by prohibition?
The economy
Who could still purchase alcohol
Religious figures
Why didn't most police bother to enforce?
Because there was no incentive or reward
Who leaded the anti-saloon league?
Wayne Wheeler
Who did people blame for the failures of prohibition?
Ethnic groups or immigrants
How far did people sail to buy alcohol?
24 miles or to international water
Who was made in charge of enforcement of prohibition
The IRS and Treasury Department