"Diogenes" bus begins cynical journey to find just one alcoholic saved by Prohibition

"Diogenes" bus begins cynical journey to find just one alcoholic saved by Prohibition

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Social Studies, History, Philosophy

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the Diogenes expedition, a unique journey led by college men to find a rare type of person affected by prohibition. It highlights the failure of the United States to reclaim inebriates despite significant financial expenditure over 12 years, marking it as a major historical blunder. The video concludes with the christening of the Diogenes by Miss Phyllis Thompson.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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