They fought for their right to party

  • @ZombiFrancis@sh.itjust.works
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    123 months ago

    18th century drinking water systems weren’t exactly sanitary so alcoholic beverages was also a bit of a defense against waterborne illnesses. Founding fathers were like a century out from doctors and surgeons starting to wash their hands.

    • nickwitha_k (he/him)
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      33 months ago

      Came here to say this. Until the 20th century, people here in the West were walking, talking kegs.