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S2·E2 Demon Rum

Episode
Season 2, Episode 2
Air Date
October 10, 1989
Runtime
55 minutes
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired October 10, 1989 55 min
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Synopsis

Prohibition's effect on Detroit, Michigan, the first major American city to "go dry," where smuggling liquor across the Canadian border became the second largest indusry in town. A humorous, wild tale related by residents who lived through this national experiment which lasted from 1920 to 1933.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 2 Episode 2 of American Experience air?

Season 2, Episode 2 ('Demon Rum') originally aired on October 10, 1989.

How long is Season 2 Episode 2 ('Demon Rum')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 55 minutes.

What happens in American Experience Season 2 Episode 2?

Prohibition's effect on Detroit, Michigan, the first major American city to "go dry," where smuggling liquor across the Canadian border became the second largest indusry in town. A humorous, wild tale related by residents who lived through this national experiment which lasted from 1920 to 1933....

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