What was the purpose of the 21st Amendment?

The 21st Amendment, ratified in 1933, was specifically designed to repeal Prohibition, which had been established by the 18th Amendment in 1920. Prohibition made the manufacture, sale, and transport of alcoholic beverages illegal in the United States, leading to widespread violations and the rise of illegal speakeasies and organized crime. The intent of the 21st Amendment was to acknowledge the failure of Prohibition and restore the legal status of alcohol, allowing for regulation and taxation, thereby addressing the social and economic challenges that Prohibition had created. This marked a significant shift in U.S. policy regarding alcohol consumption. The broader context surrounding the Amendment reflects the changing attitudes towards alcohol in society during that period.