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United States Constitution Resource Guide

Selected Constitutional Amendments 16-20 (with Pictures)

Amendment XVIII:

“…The manufacture, sale, or transportation of intoxicating liquors within…the United States and all territory subject to the jurisdiction thereof for beverage purposes is hereby prohibited.”

Ratified 01-16-1919.

Image Source:  Library of Congress

Amendment XIX:

“The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of sex.”

Ratified 08-18-1920. 

Image Source:  Library of Congress