SNAFU with Ed Helms S3E5: Double Barrel
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Apr 9, 2025 Discover the dramatic tales of Prohibition enforcement in America, where outnumbered agents face daunting challenges. Witness heroic acts, like Richard Hart's bravery during a flood, and the tension at family gatherings amidst legal duties. Explore the dark underbelly of bootlegging, betrayal, and controversial alliances, including the Klan's involvement. Delve into the ethical struggles faced by lawmen and the Women's Christian Temperance Union's divisive support. This is a gripping journey through a turbulent era that changed American society forever.
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Richard Hart's Heroic Flood Rescue
- Richard Hart heroically saved a girl from a devastating flood in Homer, Nebraska.
- His bravery earned him the role of town marshal amidst worsening flood conditions.
Tragic Mistake in Liquor Chase
- Richard Two-Gun Hart mistakenly shot a man during a liquor chase in Nebraska.
- The victim was an innocent World War I veteran, sparking outrage in the community.
Klan's Role in Prohibition Enforcement
- Due process failed Prohibition enforcement due to local corruption and unwillingness.
- Mabel recruited the Ku Klux Klan to enforce Prohibition, igniting a brutal culture war.