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Most people send chocolates or flowers to people on valentines day but this valentines day. Al Capone sent something else. Witnesses say that they heard gunshots in the garage, and then a few moments later 3 men with their hands held behind their head then 2 policemen came after them the group then got into a squad car, and drove off. Later when real police arrived they found a gruesome scene 5 Moran Gang members, and 2 associates were killed last Valentine’s day February 14, 1929 they were all lined up against a wall at 2,122 North Clark Street, and one volley of machine gun bullets later they were all dead but one. Frank Gusenberg was mortally wounded, and died 1 hour later from his wounds. Police, and reporters say that when he was asked …show more content…

Now as you read this article the Chicago police are cracking down on bootleggers in Chicago, and their illegal business. Commissioner Russell says that We're going to make this the knell of gangdom in Chicago.”, and now Elliot Ness, and his untouchables are now waging a war against corruption in Chicago. Elliot Ness is now investigating corrupt officials, and police officers his goal get rid of gang corruption, and bribery in the city of Chicago.His first step in this is to take down Al Capone when we asked Elliot how long he plans to fight Al Capone he replied “Never stop fighting till the fight is …show more content…

This fact makes police believe that the dead gangsters were waiting for an shipment of illegal alcohol when the fake police came in, and shot them. Reporters say that the North side gang is in complete chaos. Now what does this mean it means that Al Capone is now uncontested for his illegal activities, and has control over the bootlegging business in Chicago. According to our sources gang leader Bugs Moran told the press that the only man capable of this killing is Capone. So far there is a huge outrage in the general public over these killings, and the people want to see an end to these mobsters. Police are doubling their efforts in order to put an end to organised crime, and the underground empire these mobsters have created.Al Capone's bootlegging, and other criminal activities are estimated to make him over 100 million dollars a year,“His underground empire has its tentacles in almost every illegal activity possible” said one officer we interviewed. “Al Capone is by far the most powerful man in chicago” says one citizen we interviewed another said “if Al wants you to disappear your gonna disappear”. With the prohibition act of 1919 mobsters have making

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St. Valentine’s Day Massacre (and More)     Capone’s public popularity began to fade after he became associated with extreme violence. Perhaps the most infamous crimes he is suspected of being in charge of is the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre in 1929, where he hired men to gun down rival gang member, Bugs Moran. Of the seven men killed that day, however, Moran was not one of them, as it was rumored that he had sensed the ambush and escaped before anyone else realized what was happening (“Al Capone,” FBI.gov). The police immediately knew who had staged this gang-inspired massacre, however, Capone was in Florida at the time, yet again making it nearly impossible for the local law enforcement to acquire evidence that would prove his involvement

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He was caught because his money was not taxed so, they through the book on him. Al capone and the other mobsters listed is that they were all bootleggers. A bootleggers are people who illegally traffic in liquor in violation of legislative restrictions on its manufacture, sale, or transportation. The 18th amendment had backfired on the government many people went into the bootlegging business. Instead of fixing alcohol abuse of alcohol, The 18th amendment just made things worse for the government and people.

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Mobsters here in the late 1920’s committing crimes that no one would have figured that could've been possible. Alphonse Capone better known as Al Capone who was born in New York Brooklyn in the year of 1899. Word in the streets is that he is a big hard American Gangster. He is the multi-million dollar Chicago man of his operation making of bootlegging, prostitution, and gambling that is just leading to the crime scenes.

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Saint Valentine’s Day Massacre The Saint Valentine’s Day Massacre was the murder of seven men of the North Side Gang during the Prohibition Era. In 1920s, there was a constitutional ban of production, importation, transportation, and sale of alcoholic beverages in the United States. During this era, gangsters ruled many cities by owning brothels, breweries, and selling alcohol illegally. The massacre happened due to conflict between the two powerful gangs.

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Capone's conviction and imprisonment revealed the limitations of law enforcement in combating organized crime during Prohibition, while also serving as a cautionary tale of the consequences of unchecked criminal behavior. Beyond his criminal activities, Capone's influence extended to his public image and legacy, which continue to captivate popular imagination. The Chicago Tribune reflects on the mixed reactions to Capone's death, noting that while some questioned his significance and contributions to society, others recognized his enduring impact on Chicago's criminal history (Rumore). Capone's death marked the end of an era, with his burial in Chicago attracting attention due to its simplicity compared to typical mobster funerals. The speculation surrounding the relocation of his body to Mount Carmel Catholic Cemetery underscores the enduring fascination with Capone's life and legacy (Rumore).

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During the 1920’s gang related crime was a serious issue. The leader of all this violence and corruption was a man named Al “Scarface” Capone (“Al Capone”). This organized crime, dehumanization, and corruption, became the ultimate image of Chicago for people throughout the world. He was largely immersed in things like gambling, prostitution, and the illegal sale of liquor. He was not convicted for any of his crimes, even the St. Valentine's Day massacre of 1929, until he was imprisoned for tax evasion (Horan).

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Ten years later Torrio asked Capone to Join him. Frankie Yale or Capone were thought to have killed Torrio 's boss Big Jim Colosimo. Since Big Jim died that means Torrio was in charge of everything. During this the Prohibition began, and then prompting the mafia to start bootlegging. Bootlegging is when someone attempts to sell make or trade alcohol illegally.

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In 1920, there were 1300 gangs in Chicago alone, all looking to make it rich from a dry city . Prohibition was able to develop gang culture and changed the perspective concerning organized crime. Due to the immense scale of these bootlegging operations, gangsters were forced to bribe police and government officials to turn a blind eye to their activity . Not only were these gangsters well paid and out of authoritative sight, but they became well liked by the general public. Gangsters were hailed as Robin Hood characters-- who bent the rules to appease the demands of the general public-- and dominated the various cities they provided drink to.

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“Just as things were getting too hot for Capone in New York, he was invited to Chicago by Torrio, who said he needed a trusted man to help him run Big Jim Colosimo’s empire. Capone left for Chicago on the next train” (Maclean 68). “Prohibition became law in 1920 and soon bootlegging, the biggest racket of its time, was launched. It was destined to bring untold wealth to a few and unbridled violence and death to many” (Maclean 68).

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When police officers from Chicago’s 36th District arrived, all but one gang member was dead. One gang member, Frank Gusenberg was alive, but barely. Before he died, the police pressed him to reveal what had happened, but Gusenberg wouldn’t

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“Renowned as America's first Public Enemy No. 1, Capone came to Chicago in 1919 at the age of twenty and within three years became one of the city's most successful gangsters” (Karamanski). In other words, Al Capone had become in a short time frame become the most dangerous man in Chicago during the 1920s and everyone’s attention was turned towards him. His gang had become the most powerful gang to have ever existed in the city and to do that Al Capone had been able to find ways to stay undetected by the police force and even the FBI(Federal Bureau of Investigation). Everytime that they came close to catching him he always had an alibi and proof to back up what it was he claimed he was doing or where ever it was that he had claimed to

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The Mafia also introduced thousands of speakeasies and blind pigs, which were “‘secret’ drinking establishments,” where anyone knowing of the password would be allowed entry (Benson 3). Al Capone, one of the most prominent influencers of the twenties, became notorious for his bootlegging monopoly in Chicago and unexpected rise to power: “Although other bootleggers operated in Chicago during the 1920s, Capone was more ruthless, greedy, shrewd, and systematic than the rest,” (“Al Capone” 2). Following his partner's near-assassination and consequent retirement of his gang involvement, Capone was left in charge of the Mafia’s presence in Chicago (“Al Capone” 2). From 1925 to 1931, Al Capone, “often bragged that he "owned" Chicago,” executing some of the Mafia’s most complex- and theatrical- heists, such as the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre or his boasting 200 murders, as well as establishing Mafia relations with several of Chicago’s most influential politicians (“Al Capone” 2). In creating these connections, Capone could “ensure that the politicians who were friendly to his organization remained in power, [so]

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Bootlegging was defined as the illegal making, selling, or transportation of alcohol. It was a very popular and perilous business. Only the most intelligent and least flamboyant people avoided prison. However, in most cases the excessive wealth and materialism lead to many people’s imprisonment or downfall (Vasquez, 2014). Despite being well aware of the risk, Capone only had one intention: make the operation bigger than what it already was.

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During the early 1900’s American cities was already riddled with criminals who were taking advantage of illegal gambling and prostitution. When prohibition of alcohol went into effect due to the 18th amendment it created a perfect storm for many gangsters to capitalize on a new illegal industry. Although the country would eventually do away with prohibition there was still an ample amount of time for criminals to rise to become some of the most powerful individuals in the country. The crime boss Al Capone was one of the most infamous mafia leaders in American history. During his younger years he was nothing more than a typical Italian immigrant but as he got older he began to take up a life of crime.

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When Prohibition occurred in the 1920s and 1930s, organized crime groups were living in a time where they had a rise in revenue and power (Mallory, 2012). Since there was a decrease in the amount of alcohol available for consumption by the public, the demand increased and led to an increase in price on alcohol as well (Mallory, 2012). This gave organized crime groups, such as the Mafia, the opportunity to make large sums of money from “bootlegging” (Mallory, 2012, p. 113). In order to keep their money safe during Prohibition, groups would corrupt and take control over the government and law enforcement (Mallory, 2012). As a result of the business that organized crime groups created during this era, the groups operated more effectively, gained

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