About this episode

This episode discusses the life and legacy of Melvin Horace Purvis, a notable federal agent from South Carolina.

“P” is for Purvis, Melvin Horace, Jr. (1902-1960). Federal agent. Born in Timmonsville, Purvis gained national fame during the 1930s as the nation’s “ace G-man.”

People in this episode

Host: Walter Edgar

Topics covered

• federal agents
• history
• crime
• 1930s
• American culture

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Timmonsville

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