Prohibition -The vision 1920
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Prohibition -The vision 1920
In these days even " Spirits" have their " Ghost". Satire in a British periodical, depicting Uncle Sam thinking about when alcohol was freely available. Uncle Sam seeing bottles of spirts as ghosts, while holding up a glass full of soda water. Date: 1920
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Prohibition: The Vision of 1920 - A Satirical Glimpse into Uncle Sam's Longing for the Good Old Days In this print from 1920, titled "Prohibition - The Vision," satire takes center stage as it pokes fun at the recently enacted Prohibition era in America. The image depicts Uncle Sam, the symbol of American patriotism and government authority, deep in thought, surrounded by the ethereal apparitions of spirits long past. Uncle Sam, with a wistful expression, holds a glass filled with soda water, as if reminiscing about the days when alcohol was freely available. The spirits, represented as ghostly bottles, float around him, their labels barely visible through the mist. A siphon of soda water lies nearby, adding a touch of irony to the scene. The Prohibition era, which began on January 16, 1920, was a significant period in American history. The Eighteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which established Prohibition, was a response to the Temperance Movement's efforts to reduce the consumption of alcohol. However, the law, which remained in effect until 1933, led to widespread illegal production, sale, and consumption of alcohol, giving rise to organized crime and the infamous speakeasies. This satirical print, published during the early days of Prohibition, offers a humorous commentary on the new law and the longing for the days when spirits were not considered ghosts but a normal part of everyday life. The print serves as a reminder of the complex relationship Americans had with alcohol and the government's role in regulating personal freedoms.
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