Today in History: January 17, US alcohol prohibition begins

UPDATED: January 17, 2025 at 1:03 AM PST

Prohibition of alcohol began in the United States as the Volstead Act went into effect in support of the 18th Amendment.

Originally Published: January 17, 2025 at 1:00 AM PST

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