The many prohibition laws against drugs and alcohol and the criminal organisations that live off the criminal activity surrounding prohibition.
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Prohibition came as a result of strong pressure from various Protestant denominations and temperance groups such as the Prohibition Party and the Woman's Christian Temperance Union.
The main purpose of this group was the prohibition of alcohol.
There is no question that the temperance movement, particularly, the Women's Christian Temperance Union (WCTU), was the most important political force which resulted in Prohibition in 1920. There could never have been Prohibition without the WCTU.
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Woman's Christian Temperance Union was created in 1873.
The efforts of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union contributed to the temperance movement in the United States, advocating for the prohibition of alcohol. They also worked to promote social reform, women's rights, and child welfare. Additionally, they played a role in the passage of the 18th Amendment, which established Prohibition in the United States.
Womens Christian Temperance Union (WTCU)
Women's Christian Temperance Union Public Fountain was created in 1912.
Women's Christian Temperance Union Community Building was created in 1922.
The main purpose of the Women's Christian Temperance Union was the prohibition of alcohol.
Frances Willard was the leader of the Women's Christian Temperance Union in 1879. She was a prominent figure in the temperance movement and advocated for the prohibition of alcohol.
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Prohibition was created by means of a constitutional amendment, that was enacted in 1920, largely as a result of the efforts of the Women's Christian Temperance Union. They were an effective special interest group.