How many awards did Al Capone Does My Shirts win in 2005?
best book of the year and newberry honor book
What famous massacre was AL Capone in?
Al Capone managed (occasionally by the skin of his teeth) to avoid any of the massacres that reduced the gangster population on a regular basis back in the days of the big gangs (during Prohibition, for the most part). His name is connected to the St. Valentines Day massacre, but only around the edges. It was likely Capone's idea, but he did not plan it, nor execute it - in fact he conveniently was in Florida the day it took place.
Did al Capone kill bugs moran?
No, Moran died at the age of 65 while a prisoner at Leavenworth Federal Penitentiary in Kansas. He had a net worth of $100 when he died of Lung Cancer and is buriied in the prison cemetery.
Who are the forty thieves juniors?
Its a gang that Al Capone was in when he was young, somewhere in Brooklyn,NY
What kind of cologne did Al Capone wear?
Al Capone was one of the most famous mobsters in the U.S. He made his fortune during Prohibition. However, the type of cologne he wore is not known.
He was and is (he's dead) the most famous and ruthless mobster of all time. (he was in the mafia) Although he killed many people he was actually in for neglecting to pay taxes.
Did Al Capone start the first soup kitchen?
Yes Al Capone started the first soup kitchen.
He started it because he wanted to clean up his shady image. Capone's kitchen served three meals a day to ensure that everyone who had lost a job could get a meal.
When was Al Capone in Moose Jaw?
Historians aren't even sure that Al Capone ever came to Moose Jaw. If he did, it was probably in the 1930's, or late 20's.
How do you find out who owns a golf course in Texas?
The USGA is the definitive source of information for quality golf courses. Their records would contain the contact information for any golf course in Texas.
Are there any homeschoolers who regret being homeschooled?
i am homeschooled and i dont because my grades when through the roof. but you do get bord and want to go to normal school, well i do. but it helped me.
How did the untouchables capture Al Capone?
They didn't...The Untouchables was a book written Oscar Fraley w/ Elliot Ness which lavishly embellished his (Ness) role in bringing Capone down. Ness had a big ego & probably wanted to make some money . The real person (s) that brought down Capone were Elmer Irey (Treasury agent) and George E. Q. Johnson (U.S. Attorney).
What gang did Al Capone join after he was expelled?
Shortly after he was expelled, his father moved the family to 21 Garfield Place, in the neighborhood that would influence the direction of Capone's life and ultimately, his future. Capone joined two local street gangs, the Brooklyn Rippers and the Forty Thieves Juniors. Among the members were Johnny Torrio and Lucky Luciano.
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Did Al Capone have any strengths?
he made himself look good to the media, so that they wouldn't think of him as a criminal
Al Capone was the biggest gangster of the 1920s. He was wanted for bootlegging illegal alcohol during prohibition.
i think he is a kind of anti-hero. because, even though he killed many people,he has a self-made man, which is respected in america, and i guess he responded to the public nedds at that time, i mean he provided alcoholic.
Did Al Capone have a house in Mississippi?
He does have a house in Ocean Springs, MS called Del Castle.
Did Al Capone visit or own Miami Gardens in Peotone Illinois?
Yes he did! It is now called Edwin's, and Jan is the owner & lives upstairs! Talk to her regarding the details! A tunnel used to also run from the bar there, underneath rte. 50 & RR tracks into a farmers cornfield for his escape route! This of course is now blocked!
I've stopped in Edwin's from time to time and have spoken with Jan. I was wondering if anyone had any more info?