CHICAGO · 1899–1947
Al Capone
Crime Boss · Bootlegger · Public Enemy
- RAN CHICAGO
- 26
- AT THE TOP
- 7 years
- AGE AT DEATH
- 48
He turned Prohibition into a violent business empire
Al Capone moved from Brooklyn street gangs to Chicago’s organized crime world during Prohibition. Illegal alcohol created enormous profits and fierce competition for territory.
Could You Control the Outfit?
Take his place. Manage money, rivals, public attention, and the federal pressure closing in.
Timeline
History, Step by Step
His rise depended on Prohibition. Each expansion brought more profit, more violence, and more scrutiny.
- 1919
ARRIVAL IN CHICAGO
Capone joins Johnny Torrio’s criminal network, which profits from gambling, vice, and soon illegal alcohol.
THE OPENING - 1925
TAKING CONTROL
After Torrio retires, Capone becomes the leading figure in a rapidly expanding Chicago organization.
THE BOSS - 1927
A PUBLIC CELEBRITY
His wealth and visibility make him famous, while police and political corruption protect his operations.
HIGH PROFILE - 1929
THE ST. VALENTINE’S DAY MASSACRE
Seven men tied to a rival gang are killed, bringing national outrage and intense attention to Capone.
PUBLIC ENEMY - 1931
CONVICTED ON TAX CHARGES
Unable to prove many violent crimes, federal prosecutors win a conviction for income tax evasion.
THE VERDICT - 1934
SENT TO ALCATRAZ
Capone enters the new federal prison, isolated from his organization as his health deteriorates.
POWER ENDS
