Jigsaw Puzzle : Prohibition Raid
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Prohibition Raid
Customs officials of the motor boat Marjorie seizing bottles of contraband champagne off Mont Auk Point, Long Island, New York, U.S.A. during the Prohibition. Date: 16 December 1929
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Alcohol Booze Bottles Champagne Contraband Marjorie Mont Officials Point Prohibition Raid Seizing Teetotal 1929 December
Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Step back in time with our captivating 'Prohibition Raid' jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse, featuring an iconic image by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the thrilling moment of a daring Prohibition-era raid, as customs officials aboard the motorboat Marjorie seize contraband champagne off the coast of Long Island, New York, USA. This intricately detailed puzzle offers a fun and engaging challenge for puzzle enthusiasts, allowing you to immerse yourself in the history of the Roaring Twenties. With vivid colors and crisp details, every piece of this high-quality puzzle brings the scene to life, making it a perfect addition to any home or office. Experience the excitement of the past with our 'Prohibition Raid' puzzle.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles measure 11" x 14" (27.9 x 35.5 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 28cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the tense moment of a Prohibition raid off the shores of Montauk Point, Long Island, New York, USA, on December 16, 1929. The motor boat Marjorie, manned by determined customs officials, is seen seizing contraband champagne bottles from the water. The 1920s in America were marked by the nationwide Prohibition of alcohol, which led to a thriving underground economy of bootleggers and speakeasies. The era was also known for its daring raids and clandestine operations. The image presents a stark contrast between the serene beauty of the Long Island coastline and the illicit activities taking place in its waters. The customs officials, dressed in heavy coats and hats, are focused on their task, their faces set with determination and resolve. The bottles of champagne, gleaming in the sunlight, lie in stark contrast to the gray waters of the Atlantic Ocean. The Prohibition era was a time of moral ambiguity and social upheaval in American history. While some saw it as a necessary step to reduce crime and improve public health, others saw it as an infringement on personal freedom. This photograph is a reminder of the complex and often contradictory nature of the era, and the lengths to which people went to obtain their desired pleasures, even in the face of the law. The 1930s were a decade of change and transition in America, and this photograph offers a glimpse into a fascinating and often misunderstood period of American history. The image is a testament to the power of the law, the allure of forbidden pleasures, and the enduring human desire to defy authority.
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