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The St Valentine’s Day Massacre

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The Downfall of Prohibition: Political Maneuvering and Economic Realities

This chapter explores the political dynamics of the early 1930s regarding Prohibition, focusing on public discontent and the growing opposition to the 18th Amendment. It culminates in the historic passage of the 21st Amendment in 1933, which repeals Prohibition amidst the backdrop of the Great Depression.

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