ProhibitionS1 Ep1 - Nation Of Drunkards

Nation of Drunkards - From director Ken Burns, the story of Prohibition's rise and fall is a compelling saga that goes far beyond the oft-told tales of gangsters, rum runners, flappers, and speakeasies, to reveal a complicated and divided nation in the throes of momentous transformation. Prohibition turned law-abiding citizens into criminals, made a mockery of the justice system, and caused illicit drinking to seem glamorous and fun. (From the US) (Documentary Series) (Part 1 of 5) (Rpt) PG CC

Prohibition was broadcast on SBS ONE at Thursday 31 July 2014, 15:50.