About the creation of the Prohibition Act, what it caused and why it ended.
Where to Watch Prohibition • Seizoen 1
3 Episodes
Nousu
A1
NousuThe road to banning alcohol is long. Finnish alcohol culture is characterized by a centuries-long struggle for control and freedom.
Uho
A2
UhoThe Prohibition Act came into force in the summer of 1919. At the same time, smuggling increased considerably. Illegal home-brewed spirits flowed into Finland from the coast.
Tuho
A3
TuhoAs the 1930s approached, the district courts were overwhelmed with violations of the Prohibition Act. A deep depression is ravaging Finland and the alcohol money goes to criminals. How to get rid of the troublesome law?
