On December 18, 1917, the United States Congress officially passed the resolution containing the language of the Eighteenth Amendment, a crucial step in the establishment of Prohibition in the U.S. This resolution articulated the intention to prohibit the manufacture, sale, and transportation of intoxicating liquors. The move was the culmination of years of advocacy from the temperance movement, which had gained significant traction through the efforts of organizations such as the Women's Christian Temperance Union and the Anti-Saloon League. The push for Prohibition was fueled by a variety of social, economic, and political factors, including a desire to reduce crime, improve public morals, and promote public health.The Prohibition sentiment had been particularly strong in the years leading up to this resolution, buoyed by the societal changes brought on by World War I and the perceived need for a more disciplined workforce. The resolution passed with wide support among the dry states, reflecting the growing belief that alcohol was a significant contributor to societal ills. Following the passage of the resolution, the amendment would require ratification by three-fourths of the states, which it eventually received, leading to the nationwide implementation of Prohibition in 1920.The impact of the Eighteenth Amendment was profound, leading to significant changes in American society. While it aimed to curb the negative effects of alcohol consumption, Prohibition also gave rise to illegal speakeasies, organized crime, and a consequential shift in societal attitudes towards drinking. The 13-year experiment ultimately revealed the complexities of legislating morality in a diverse society and led to the eventual repeal of the amendment in 1933.