Montreal: The Original Sin City »
Posted By nightcrawlerX 1 year ago in Political NewsOver half a century before Frank Miller created his famous comic book series, Montreal had already established itself as the “Sin City.” From 1920 to 1933, thanks to the Eighteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution whereby the sale, manufacture and transportation of alcohol was banned nationally, Montreal was swarmed with thirsty Americans looking to party
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Spadecaller1 year ago
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This is a relatively shallow view of a beautiful city with great cultural diversity...
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I lived in Montreal and the focus and scope of this article is too narrow to be of much value. Perhaps using the description of "sin city" in itself is misleading. Yes, Montreal during prohibition was a haven for Americans seeking to imbibe.
However today, tourism to Montreal is for far better reasons that apply to a greater number of people than just party-ers and people seeking to indulge their prurient desires. -
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Radiofreeeuropa1 year ago
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I have visited a few times, love the place... I can't say this article reflects my take on the city though. I'm sure it's an aspect but I thought the fantastic bistros and arts made more of an impression in terms of the city's unique personality.
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