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Dutch Schultz
Dutch Schultz, born Arthur Simon Flegenheimer in 1902, was a notorious American mobster during the Prohibition era.
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Jul 17, 20202 min read
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Meyer Lansky
Meyer Lansky, (July 4, 1902 -January 15, 1983) was a pivotal figure in the annals of American organized crime during the 20th century.
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Jun 1, 20203 min read
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Bonnie Parker
Born: October 1, 1910 – Died: May 23, 1934
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May 23, 20205 min read
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Sam Giancana
Sam Giancana was a ruthless mobster that was willing to do anything to stay in control.
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May 1, 20203 min read
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Benjamin Siegel
Benjamin "Bugsy" Siegel would grow up to become a key player in the criminal underworld during the Prohibition era and beyond.
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Feb 28, 20203 min read
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John ‘Sonny’ Franzese dies at 103
“They wanted me to roll all the time,” Franzese told Newsday in 2019. “I couldn’t do that.
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Feb 24, 20202 min read
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Charles "Lucky" Luciano
Charles "Lucky" Luciano is regarded as the mastermind behind the reorganization and modernization of the American Mafia.
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Jan 1, 20203 min read
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R.I.P Frank Lucas
Frank Lucas was an American drug trafficker who operated in Harlem, New York during the late 1960s and early 1970s.
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May 30, 20192 min read
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John Torrio, Escobars other Mentor
John Torrio, Italian American mobster often hailed as one of the masterminds behind the development of organized crime in the United States.
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Apr 16, 20194 min read
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Carmine Persico (1933-2019)
Carmine Persico, also known as "The Snake" or "Junior," was an Italian-American mobster who played a prominent role in the American Mafia.
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Mar 9, 20192 min read
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The Commission
The Commission, a term imbued with mystique and menace, stands as an indelible symbol of organized crime in the United States.
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Jan 1, 20194 min read
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Arnold Rothstein
Arnold Rothstein, often dubbed as "The Brain" or "The Big Bankroll," stands as a legendary figure in the annals of American criminal history
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Nov 6, 20183 min read
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Pablo Escobar
Pablo Escobar, the infamous Colombian drug lord.
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Nov 1, 20183 min read
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Frank Costello
Frank Costello, born Francesco Castiglia on January 26, 1891, was a prominent figure in the world of organized crime.
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Oct 1, 20183 min read
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'White Boy Rick' (2018) Film Review
R | 2018. Crime. Drama | 1h 51m. "White Boy Rick" is a 2018 crime drama film directed by Yann Demange, with a screenplay by Andy Weiss, ..
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Sep 14, 20182 min read
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Helen Wawrzyniak
Helen Wawrzyniak, the wife of infamous gangster Lester "Baby Face Nelson" Gillis.
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Aug 1, 20182 min read
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John Dillinger
John Dillinger was "an American gangster of the Great Depression." Known to lead the "Dillinger Gang" ,which was accused of robbing 24 banks
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Jul 22, 20183 min read
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'Ozark' T.V Series Review
In the crowded landscape of television, 'Ozark' stands as a beacon of dark, enthralling storytelling, created by Bill Dubuque and Mark Willi
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Jul 21, 20184 min read
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Frankie Yale, Pablo Escobars Mentor
Frankie Yale, known for his cunning business acumen and ruthless tactics, played a significant role in shaping the criminal landscape.
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Jul 1, 20184 min read
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'GOTTI' (2018) Film Review
A biographical crime drama that chronicles the tumultuous life of John Gotti, one of New York’s most notorious mob bosses.
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Jun 16, 20186 min read
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