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Get ready to raise a glass and celebrate National Repeal Day on December 5! This day commemorates the end of Prohibition in the United States, when the 18th Amendment was repealed and alcohol became legal again after 13 long years. It's a time to honor our freedom to enjoy a drink and appreciate the cultural significance of alcohol in our society. So grab your favorite cocktail or visit your local speakeasy for a taste of history on this exciting holiday!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1919</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>18th Amendment Ratified</div><div class='timeline-text'>The 18th Amendment, which enforced Prohibition, was ratified on January 16, making the manufacture, sale, and transportation of alcohol illegal in the United States.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1920</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Enforcement of Prohibition</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Volstead Act was enacted to provide for the enforcement of the 18th Amendment, effectively starting the Prohibition era on January 17.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1920-1933</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Prohibition Era</div><div class='timeline-text'>Despite being intended to reduce crime and corruption, Prohibition led to the opposite, with the rise of illegal bars or speakeasies, bootlegging, and organized crime.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1932</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Presidential Election</div><div class='timeline-text'>Franklin D. Roosevelt, who promised to repeal Prohibition, won the Presidential Election, marking a turning point in public sentiment.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1933</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>21st Amendment Ratified</div><div class='timeline-text'>The 21st Amendment, repealing the 18th Amendment and marking the official end of Prohibition, was ratified on December 5.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1934</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Creation of Alcohol Regulatory Bodies</div><div class='timeline-text'>Following the repeal of Prohibition, Federal and State governments established regulatory bodies to oversee the alcohol industry, including the Liquor Control Board and the Alcohol Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a prohibition themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Throw it back to the 1920s by hosting a prohibition themed party. Encourage guests to dress up in their best flapper and gangster attire and serve classic cocktails from the era.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a speakeasy bar</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Celebrate National Repeal Day by visiting a speakeasy bar in your city. These hidden gems are a nod to the prohibition era and offer a unique and fun atmosphere for enjoying a drink.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch a movie about prohibition</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and watch a movie that focuses on the era of prohibition. Some options include "The Untouchables" or "Lawless". It will be both entertaining and educational!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a whiskey tasting</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Celebrate the end of prohibition by hosting a whiskey tasting. Gather a variety of different whiskeys and have guests try them all to see which ones they like best.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Learn about the history of prohibition</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to learn about the history of prohibition and its impact on society. This can be a great conversation starter at a party or just something interesting to read up on.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates an important moment in US history</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Repeal Day commemorates the end of Prohibition in the United States, which was a significant event that impacted American culture and politics. It's a time to reflect on this historic moment and appreciate the progress made since then.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a reminder to stand up for our rights</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Prohibition was a time when individual liberties were restricted and people had to fight for their right to consume alcohol. National Repeal Day serves as a reminder that we should always stand up for our rights and freedoms, no matter what they may be.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a reason to celebrate with friends and family</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>What better way to commemorate an important day in history than by gathering with loved ones? Whether it's at a party or just having a drink together, National Repeal Day is a great excuse to spend quality time with friends and family while enjoying some drinks responsibly.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>21st Amendment is geographically unique</h3><p class='facts-text'>The ratification of the 21st Amendment, which came into effect on December 5, 1933, is unique in the fact that it was ratified by state ratification conventions rather than by state legislatures, the only amendment to be ratified this way.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Great Depression and Prohibition Repeal</h3><p class='facts-text'>The economic hardship of the Great Depression played a significant role in the push for the repeal of Prohibition. The government needed revenue and legalizing alcohol would provide it through taxes.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Prohibition Sparked the Cocktail Culture</h3><p class='facts-text'>During Prohibition, mixologists started combining illegal alcohol with other ingredients to make it more palatable. This led to a boom in cocktail culture, with classics such as the Sidecar and the Bee’s Knees originating during this time.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Stronger Drinks post-Prohibition</h3><p class='facts-text'>Drinks became stronger during Prohibition as it was easier to transport alcohol in concentrated forms. This trend has continued post-Prohibition, with many of the drinks we have today being stronger than their pre-Prohibition counterparts.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Alcohol Laws Vary Radically by State</h3><p class='facts-text'>Even after the repeal of Prohibition with the 21st Amendment, individual states in the United States have the power to regulate alcohol as they see fit. This has led to significant differences in the laws relating to alcohol across the country.</p></div></div>
National Repeal Day is celebrated on December 5th every year. In 2024 National Repeal Day will occur on a Thursday.
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