Prohibition: The Vote for a Dry America Church History
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In this captivating episode of the Church History Podcast, the focus shifts to the intricate narrative surrounding the Prohibition era, intricately connected to Billy Sunday's fiery preaching.
This episode underscores the complexity of the Prohibition story, emphasizing its deep roots in societal issues of the time. We delve into the reasons behind the crusade against saloons. We paint a vivid picture of the social, economic, and political landscape of the 1800s and early 1900s.
We explore the multifaceted motivations of various groups, including the Women's Christian Temperance Union and influential figures like Francis Willard and Carrie Nation. Highlighting the detrimental effects of alcohol consumption on families, labor practices, and societal cohesion, this episode offers insights into the intertwined dynamics of immigration, industrialization, and changing cultural values.
Through engaging storytelling and historical anecdotes, travel through the turbulent period leading up to the passage of the 18th Amendment, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of the consequences and aftermath of Prohibition in future episodes.
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In this captivating episode of the Church History Podcast, the focus shifts to the intricate narrative surrounding the Prohibition era, intricately connected to Billy Sunday's fiery preaching.
This episode underscores the complexity of the Prohibition story, emphasizing its deep roots in societal issues of the time. We delve into the reasons behind the crusade against saloons. We paint a vivid picture of the social, economic, and political landscape of the 1800s and early 1900s.
We explore the multifaceted motivations of various groups, including the Women's Christian Temperance Union and influential figures like Francis Willard and Carrie Nation. Highlighting the detrimental effects of alcohol consumption on families, labor practices, and societal cohesion, this episode offers insights into the intertwined dynamics of immigration, industrialization, and changing cultural values.
Through engaging storytelling and historical anecdotes, travel through the turbulent period leading up to the passage of the 18th Amendment, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of the consequences and aftermath of Prohibition in future episodes.
Episode Sponsor:
• Alexander Henry Coffee https://alexanderhenrycoffee.ca Use CODE: churchhistory for 20% off
• Etsy Mug Store https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/ChurchHistory
• My book “The church is born” is available!
Order the book today!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09BGLZ7C1
Canadian Link: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B09BGLZ7C1
Links:
https://linktr.ee/loreleesiemens
If you enjoyed this episode, listen to these as well:
The Start of the YMCA and the Early Life of D.L. Moody https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-34685328/the-start-of-the-ymca-and-the-early-life-of-d-l-moody
Billy Sunday: https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-34817272/billy-sunday-the-baseball-preacher
Franny Crosby: https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-34702883/franny-crosby-the-writer-of-hymns