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PROHIBITION, 1925. Two Navy nurses on trial by a General Navy Court for smuggling
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PROHIBITION, 1925. Two Navy nurses on trial by a General Navy Court for smuggling
PROHIBITION, 1925.
Two Navy nurses on trial by a General Navy Court for smuggling liquor into the U.S. Photographed with their two attorneys at the Washington Navy Yard, 17 June 1925
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1925 Attorney Bootlegger Court Dress June Liquor Navy Nurse Prohibition Roaring Twenties Trial Washington Yard Smuggling
PROHIBITION, 1925 - A Captivating Trial Unveiling the Contradictions of an Era
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This intriguing print captures a pivotal moment in American history during the roaring twenties. Two courageous Navy nurses find themselves on trial before a General Navy Court for their alleged involvement in smuggling liquor into the United States. The image showcases these women standing tall and resolute at the Washington Navy Yard on June 17,1925. Dressed impeccably in early twentieth-century attire, they exude both strength and vulnerability as they face this legal battle head-on. Flanked by their two attorneys, who are undoubtedly preparing to mount a fierce defense, these brave women challenge societal norms and expectations with unwavering determination. The photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the contradictions that defined Prohibition-era America. While society grappled with strict laws banning alcohol consumption, individuals like bootleggers thrived amidst underground networks fueled by demand. This trial encapsulates this complex dynamic - where those sworn to protect uphold justice were accused of engaging in illicit activities themselves. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, it prompts us to reflect on an era marked by rebellion against established norms and restrictions. It invites us to ponder how prohibition not only shaped individual lives but also exposed deep-rooted tensions within society itself. This remarkable piece from Granger Art on Demand transports us back to an era when boundaries were tested, revealing stories that continue to captivate our imagination nearly a century later.
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