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1919
The 18th Amendment to the US Constitution was passed, prohibiting the sale, manufacture, and transport of alcohol. -
1920
Prohibition officially begins in the US. -
1920
Rum runners begin smuggling alcohol into the US -
1925
The infamous "Scopes monkey trial" takes place, challenging the teaching of evolution in schools. -
1927
The first talking movie, "The Jazz Singer," is released. -
1929
The St. Valentine's Day Massacre takes place in Chicago, a violent event between gangsters over bootlegging territory. -
1930
The number of prohibition agents was increased to try to combat smuggling. -
1931
The "Al Capone trial" takes place, convicting Capone on charges of tax evasion. -
1932
Franklin D. Roosevelt is elected President, and he promises to repeal Prohibition. -
1933
The 21st Amendment is passed, repealing Prohibition.