Milwaukee PBS | Documentaries and Specials | Al Capone: Prohibition and Wisconsin
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6 ай бұрынThe legend of Al Capone looms large over the state of Wisconsin, but how do we know if one of the most infamous men in American History actually visited the Badger State?
New photographs and correspondence reveal not only personal friendships and a more playful side of Al Capone, but that he was trying to purchase property in Northwoods, Wisconsin.
In Al Capone: Prohibition and Wisconsin, filmmakers Brian Ewig and
Traci Neuman bring to light a new angle on the man who was once public enemy number one. The half-hour documentary features the family Al Capone was writing to, and the story of how they found out their grandfather was friends with one of the most infamous men in American history; a friendship that was hidden away for 90 years.
@brentchristopher7363 Ай бұрын
As kids back in the late 60’s- 1970s we would camp at a lake resort in northern Wisconsin. Pretty sure the lake was called big McKensy lake(likely spelled wrong). Anyway it was the resort where some gangsters had a big shootout with the feds. I remember seeing gun ports built into the foundation of the resort and bullet marks where there was an obvious gun fight. It was quite the battle. I was told it was there where Al Capone barely made it away from the area alive. It was a favorite hangout for us teenagers to fish and swim all day,.then go bar hopping at night by boat. Those were the days my friends.
@paulatischler-watson5091 5 ай бұрын
This video was very well done and I appreciate hearing details of Al Capone the man, the friend and the family man rather than the gangster, bootlegger, etc! We all have multiple sides and interests showing more of who wexreally are and it was good to hear about the positive attributes and generosity of Al Capone for a change. There really is hope for everyone who seeks forgiveness and atonement through the Lord and a supportive forgiving loving family as well. Rest In Peace
@CarolynSipe Ай бұрын
As a young girl, Al drove my Grandma and her mother to church on Sundays when she lived in Chicago.
@skeeterstanley1272 Ай бұрын
wish i could have met him. And he would have been a great President. I vote for Mr. Al Capone for President. WOW
@skeeterstanley1272 Ай бұрын
To me Al Capone was a great man and the best Mobster there was. I love him.
@skeeterstanley1272 Ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing this video and the wonderful stories.
@skeeterstanley1272 Ай бұрын
Wish i could have a real picture of him smiling he had the best smile and kind eyes.
@SunofYork 2 күн бұрын
typical christians...No morality
@terminator7733 4 ай бұрын
Those Al Capone pictures are first being seeing on this documentary
@jonsmith1462 2 ай бұрын
He had a mansion in Carol Beach in Kenosha.
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