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18th Amendment bans alcohol production, sale, transport nationally.

 United States of America
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The 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified, ushering in the era of Prohibition in the USA. This momentous decision made it illegal to manufacture, sell, or transport alcohol within the country, drastically changing the social and cultural landscape. It led to the rise of illegal speakeasies, bootlegging, and organized crime. The prohibition of alcohol also had far-reaching consequences on the economy, law enforcement, and public health. #Prohibition #18thAmendment #USConstitution #Bootlegging #Speakeasies