Weird Little Guys Disorganized Crime, Pt. 2
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Oct 23, 2025 Discover the wild life of Frank Smith, who ingeniously tried to blend his mafia ties with the American Nazi Party. Uncover the chaos surrounding his audacious plans for a whites-only church in Maine. Learn about the tension during the Boston gang wars and how Smith’s actions disrupted mob operations. Hear about the dubious partnership between criminal factions and extremist ideologies, revealing how politics and crime intertwine in unexpected ways. Buckle up for a riveting exploration of ambition, betrayal, and historical intrigue!
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Ambushed After Prison Release
- Frank Smith was shot eight times while sitting in his car in March 1965 and survived after emergency surgery.
- Police found Nazi pamphlets in his car, prompting questions about ties to the American Nazi Party.
Early Meetings With Rockwell
- Frank drove to Arlington to meet George Lincoln Rockwell days after his parole and joined a small Nazi entourage to Washington, D.C.
- He witnessed Robert Lloyd's outrageous Capitol stunt and was impressed by Rockwell's composure.
Land As A Political Front
- Frank proposed turning his 600 acres in Maine into a whites-only "church" to fund and legitimize Nazi activity.
- He framed the church as a tactic to resist school integration and gain legal advantages.
