"The Decade that Roared: America During Prohibition" by Linda Jacobs Altman
"Prohibition" by Renee Rebman
"Repealing National Prohibition" by David Kyvig
Vocabulary:
Prohibition
brewery
Interesting Fact:
Prohibitionists forced a statewide referendum in Wisconsin in 1851, winning by over three thousand votes, but the legislature did not follow through and liquor remained legal.
Study Questions:
How long did Prohibition last?
In what ways did Prohibition affect Wisconsin?
Prohibition was a result of the 18th amendment. What steps are needed to repeal an amendment to the U.S. Constitution?
U.S. historical events that occurred on December 5: