Everything Everywhere Daily The St Valentines Day Massacre
Feb 14, 2025
On a chilling February morning in 1929, seven Chicago gangsters faced a deadly ambush that shook the city. The St. Valentine's Day Massacre highlighted the fierce rivalries among mob factions, forever altering public perception of organized crime. This brutal event marked a turning point in the war on organized crime and the national outlook on Prohibition. The podcast delves into the historical context of gang warfare, key players, and the dramatic consequences that followed, revealing how violence reshaped law enforcement and society.
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St. Valentine's Day Massacre
- The St. Valentine's Day Massacre involved seven Northside Gang members lined up and shot by faux policemen.
- Bugs Moran, the gang's leader, narrowly escaped death by being late to the garage.
Prohibition and Gang Violence
- Chicago in the 1920s was rife with organized crime, fueled by Prohibition.
- Two main gangs, the Chicago Outfit and the Northside Gang, clashed violently over bootlegging.
Massacre Aftermath
- Public outrage over the massacre led to increased scrutiny of law enforcement and calls for Prohibition's end.
- Al Capone, though suspected, was never charged but eventually convicted for tax evasion.