Gangs of Chicago
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The episode discusses the rise of John Torrio and Al Capone in the Chicago gang landscape during Prohibition.
John Torrio was finally exactly where he wanted to be. With his uncle, Big Jim Colosimo out of the way, his business expanding across the South Side of the city and into the suburbs, and his trustworthy young right-hand man, Al Capone, at his side, he was ready to start dividing up the Chicago into territories. With all the various gangs that already existed in the city eager to jump into the liquor business, Torrio knew that it would be impossible to keep the peace without a plan... Check out our new American Hauntings Podcast Network for even more spooky shows. Have a question or comment? Text us on the Haunt Line @ 217-791-7859 New Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/troytayloroddities Check out our updated website and sign up for our newsletter at AmericanHauntingsPodcast.com Want an episode every week, plus other awesome perks and discounts? Check out our Patreon page Find out merch at AmericanHauntingsClothing.com Follow us on Twitter @ AmerHauntsPod , @ TroyTaylor13 , @ CodyBeckSTL Follow us on Instagram @ AmericanHauntingsPodcast , @ TroyTaylorgram , @ CodyBeckSTL This episode was written by Troy Taylor Produced and edited by Cody Beck Our Sponsors: * Check out…
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