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The Great Depression - Justice and Infamy | 6

American History Tellers

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The Downfall of Richard Whitney: From Hero to Embezzler

This chapter focuses on the arrest and embezzlement charges faced by Richard Whitney, a prominent figure on Wall Street during the Great Depression. It describes how Whitney's fraudulent activities were exposed, including unauthorized borrowing, embezzlement, and falsifying records. The chapter also discusses the impact of Whitney's downfall on public perception of corporate titans and government intervention in the market.

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