Detailed true story of the Purple Licavoli gang takeover provides insight into organized crime in Toledo
Explores the intersection of prohibition, rum running, and criminal activity for a unique historical context
Authoritative account of how corruption facilitated the gang's rise and subsequent downfall
Engaging narrative suitable for adult readers interested in true crime and history
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The true story of how Detroit's Purple-Licavoli Gang took over Toledo and its aftermath. Prohibition and Toledo's proximity to rum-running routes made it an ideal target of organized crime and the author details how the takeover was implemented and how corruption eased the process.
Author: Harry R. Illman Publisher: Commonwealth Book Compa