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No, it was an excuse used by temperance activists.

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Why did people argue that Prohibition was a necessary war measure?

It was thought that alcohol was destroying families and the fabric of American society. It was thought that denying people alcohol would stop them from craving it and lessen crime. Funny how that turned out.


Why did some people argue that Prohibition was a necessary war measure?

It was thought that alcohol was destroying families and the fabric of American society. It was thought that denying people alcohol would stop them from craving it and lessen crime. Funny how that turned out.


What did World War 1 have to do with prohibition?

It was one measure to stop the funding of the Germans, its like liberty cabbage or something like that.


What is Barack Obama's opinion of war?

He does not like war, but sees it as a necessary measure if diplomacy fails.


Was the prohibition part of World War 1?

Yes


What happened after the Seneca Falls Covention?

Prohibition and world war.


How did World War 1 influence the prohibition?

It faciitated its acceptance.


Why did racists support the prohibition amendment?

Prohibition can be seen as part of a cultural war against immigrants. That's one reason the KKK was such a strong supporter and (illegal) enforcer of prohibition laws.


Were there any wars in the 1920's?

There was the end of the Russian civil war and if you consider it, there was the prohibition war.


In World War 2 why did some people want prohibition?

Many people opposed the repeal of National Prohibition and hoped that WW II would lead to Prohibition, just as WW I had earlier done.


Was the Vietnam war necessary?

As necessary as the cold war was....so yes


What are the main two factors that led to prohibition?

According to Historians, the two major factors that led to the prohibition in the early 20th century were the onset of World War I and women rights activist demanding for prohibition and their right to vote.