Paddy Whacked: The Untold Story of the Irish American Gangster
Paddy Whacked: The Untold Story of the Irish American Gangster by T. J. English is an illustrated edition published by William Morrow Paperbacks on February 21, 2006. This comprehensive work delves into nearly two centuries of Irish American gangsterism, presenting a vivid account of notable figures such as Mike “King Mike” McDonald and James “Whitey” Bulger. The book explores the evolution of organized crime within the Irish American community, highlighting significant events and characters that have shaped this aspect of American history.
Readers will find a detailed narrative that spans from the early street wars in New York and New Orleans to the complexities of bootlegging, union strikes, and gang wars. T. J. English examines the lives of various criminals, providing insights into their backgrounds and the societal factors that influenced their actions. With a focus on organized crime and the experiences of Irish Americans, this 480-page book offers an in-depth look at a crucial yet often overlooked segment of criminal biography in the United States.
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Here is the shocking true saga of the Irish American mob. In Paddy Whacked, bestselling author and organized crime expert T. J. English brings to life nearly two centuries of Irish American gangsterism, which spawned such unforgettable characters as Mike “King Mike” McDonald, Chicago’s subterranean godfather; Big Bill Dwyer, New York’s most notorious rumrunner during Prohibition; Mickey Featherstone, troubled Vietnam vet turned Westies gang leader; and James “Whitey” Bulger, the ruthless and untouchable Southie legend. Stretching from the earliest New York and New Orleans street wars through decades of bootlegging scams, union strikes, gang wars, and FBI investigations, Paddy Whacked is a riveting tour de force that restores the Irish American gangster to his rightful preeminent place in our criminal history — and penetrates to the heart of the American experience.
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