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Al Capone

American gangster and crime boss
American gangster and crime boss

Al Capone, born on January 17, 1899, in Brooklyn, New York, was a notorious crime boss in Chicago. He was sentenced to 11 years in prison in 1931 for tax evasion.

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1899-01-17
Birth of Al Capone

Al Capone was born on January 17, 1899.

1908
Al Capone Marries Mae Coughlin

At the age of 19, Al Capone married Mae Coughlin. They had one son together, Albert 'Sonny' Capone.

1909
Torrio moves to Chicago to work for Big Jim Colosimo

In 1909, Torrio relocated to Chicago to work for syndicate boss 'Big Jim' Colosimo.

1914-12-13
Al Capone's Birth

Al Capone was born on December 13, 1914.

1914-12-15
Al Capone joins James Street Boys Gang

In 1914, Al Capone was influenced by Johnny Torrio and joined the James Street Boys Gang, marking the beginning of his criminal career.

1915-04-12
Al Capone's Life Span

Al Capone's life span started on April 12, 1915.

1916-03-17
Al Capone's First Crime as a Mobster

Al Capone committed his first crime as a mobster during the prohibition era by bootlegging illegal alcohol as a teenager.

1917-12-15
Al Capone gets the nickname Scarface

On December 15, 1917, Al Capone was involved in a knife fight which resulted in him getting the nickname Scarface, a name that would become synonymous with his notorious reputation.

1918-12-04
Birth of Al Capone's Son

Albert Capone, the son of Al Capone and Mae, was born three weeks before their marriage. Al Capone was known to be a caring father to his son.

1918-12-30
Al Capone Marries Mae Coughlin

At the age of 19, young Al Capone married Mae Coughlin, an Irish Catholic woman from a middle-class background. Mae had recently given birth to their son. Capone briefly left his criminal activities to work as a bookkeeper, but eventually returned to a life of crime.

1919-12-15
Al Capone moves to Chicago

In December 1919, Al Capone moved his family to Chicago.

1920-11-14
Al Capone's Father Dies

On November 14, 1920, Al Capone's father passed away. The death of his father had a significant impact on Capone's life and future endeavors.

1923-01-17
Al Capone's Tight Knit Family

On January 17, 1923, Al Capone's family was known for being closely connected and supportive of each other.

1924-11-10
Al Capone Takes Revenge for Shooting Torrio

On November 10, 1924, Al Capone sought revenge for the shooting of his mentor Johnny Torrio. This event marked a turning point in Capone's criminal career.

1924-12-16
Capone's Brother Killed by Police

On December 16, 1924, Al Capone's brother was killed by the police. This tragic event further fueled Capone's involvement in criminal activities.

1925-08-23
Capone Becomes the Boss

In 1925, Al Capone became the boss of a criminal organization, gaining significant power and influence. This marked a turning point in his criminal career.

1925-12-16
Al Capone Gets Johnny Torrio's Business

In December 1925, Al Capone took over Johnny Torrio's business operations. This acquisition solidified Capone's position as a prominent figure in organized crime.

1926-05-07
Billy McSwiggin's Assassination

Chicago prosecutor Billy McSwiggin is assassinated outside a bar in Cicero after attempting to charge Al Capone with murder in 1924.

1928-12-16
Al Capone Promoted to Boss

After his boss was injured in an assassination attempt, Al Capone was promoted to the position of 'Boss', becoming one of the youngest crime bosses in history.

1928-12-19
Al Capone Buys Mansion in Palm Island

On December 19, 1928, Al Capone purchases a 14-room mansion on Palm Island, Florida, showcasing his wealth and status.

1929-02-14
St. Valentine's Day Massacre

On February 14, 1929, Al Capone's top hit man, 'Machine Gun' Jack McGurn, assassinated seven of rival 'Bugs' Moran's men in a North Side garage, leading to the infamous St. Valentine's Day Massacre.

1929-02-27
Capone Subpoenaed by Chicago Heights Grand Jury

Al Capone is summoned to appear before a Chicago Heights grand jury investigating potential violations of the Prohibition Act.

1929-03-12
Al Capone's Reluctance to Appear Before Federal Grand Jury

Al Capone's refusal to appear before a federal grand jury on March 12, 1929, citing health reasons and submitting a physician's affidavit claiming he was suffering from bronchial pneumonia.

1929-03-20
Arrest for Contempt of Court

Al Capone was arrested by agents for contempt of court in Chicago after completing his testimony before the federal grand jury. The penalty for this offense could be one year in prison and a $1,000 fine.

1929-05-17
Valentine's Day Massacre

On May 17, 1929, a brutal event known as the Valentine's Day Massacre took place, where seven members of the North Side Gang were gunned down by Al Capone's men in Chicago.

1929-05-18
Al Capone Sentenced for Carrying Concealed Weapons

Al Capone was sent to jail for the possession of concealed deadly weapons, adding to his criminal record and notoriety.

1930-03-17
Release from Prison

After serving nine months for good behavior, Al Capone was released from prison on March 17, 1930.

1930-04-23
Chicago Crime Commission issues Public Enemy List

The Chicago Crime Commission issued the first Public Enemy List, with Capone topping the list.

1931-02-28
Guilty Verdict for Contempt of Court

Al Capone was found guilty in federal court on the contempt of court charge and was sentenced to six months in Cook County Jail. His appeal on that charge was subsequently dismissed.

1931-03-13
Capone found guilty on contempt of court charge

On March 13, 1931, Al Capone was found guilty on a contempt of court charge and was sentenced to six months in Cook County Jail.

1931-06-05
Capone Indicted for Income-Tax Evasion

On June 5, 1931, the U.S. government indicted Al Capone on 22 counts of income-tax evasion, leading to his eventual conviction and imprisonment.

1931-06-11
Capone indicted for conspiracy to violate the Prohibition Act

Al Capone was indicted on June 11, 1931, on one count of conspiracy to violate the Prohibition Act.

1931-06-12
Al Capone Charged with Conspiracy to Violate Prohibition Laws

On June 12, 1931, Al Capone and others were charged with conspiracy to violate Prohibition laws for the years 1922 to 1931.

1931-06-16
Guilty Plea to Tax Evasion

Al Capone pled guilty to tax evasion and prohibition charges. Initially boasting about a deal for a two-and-a-half year sentence, the presiding judge informed him that he was not bound by any deal, leading Capone to change his plea to not guilty.

1931-07-30
Sentencing Hearing for Al Capone

Judge Wilkerson informs Capone that he is not bound by any arrangement in determining Capone’s sentence and will reject it. Capone changes his plea to 'not guilty.'

1931-10-06
Tax Evasion Trial of Al Capone Begins

The trial for tax evasion of Al Capone starts. Judge Wilkerson changes the potential jury pool after receiving information that Capone may have bribed members of the original jury pool.

1931-10-17
Conviction of Al Capone for Tax Evasion

Al Capone is convicted of tax evasion and several other counts, leading to his sentencing to 11 years in prison. This marked the downfall of the infamous Chicago mobster.

1931-10-18
Al Capone convicted of tax evasion

Al Capone was convicted of tax evasion on October 18, 1931, for not paying taxes on his income from illegal activities like gambling, protection, prostitution, and bootlegging. He was sentenced to 11 years in federal prison.

1931-11-24
Sentencing for Tax Evasion

On November 24, 1931, Al Capone was sentenced to eleven years in federal prison, fined $50,000, and charged additional costs for tax evasion. He also had to pay back taxes with interest.

1932-02-27
Capone's Appeal Denied

On February 27, 1932, Al Capone's appeal is denied, upholding his previous sentencing.

1932-03-23
Rehearing of Capone's Appeal Denied

On March 23, 1932, the rehearing of Al Capone's appeal is denied, further solidifying his legal situation.

1932-04-09
Al Capone Released from Prison

Following his conviction for tax evasion, Al Capone was released from prison, marking the end of his criminal career.

1932-05-02
Supreme Court Denies Capone's Petition

On May 2, 1932, the Supreme Court denies Al Capone's petition for certiorari, marking another legal setback for him.

1934-08-11
Al Capone arrives at Alcatraz prison

Al Capone is one of the first prisoners to arrive at Alcatraz prison on August 11, 1934.

1934-08-22
Al Capone begins serving sentence at the U.S. Penitentiary in Atlanta

Al Capone started serving his sentence at the U.S. Penitentiary in Atlanta in 1934.

1936
Publication of 'Farewell, Mr. Gangster!'

The book 'Farewell, Mr. Gangster!' by Herbert Corey was published in New York, providing insights into the life of Al Capone.

1939-11-16
Al Capone returns to Palm Island, Florida

On November 16, 1939, Al Capone returns to his home on Palm Island, Florida.

1947-01-25
Death of Al Capone

Al Capone, the infamous mob boss, passed away at the age of 48 after suffering a stroke, developing pneumonia, and ultimately dying of cardiac arrest. He spent his final years in seclusion at his estate in Miami, Florida.

1947-01-30
Church Funeral for Al Capone

A huge church funeral is held for Al Capone on January 30, 1947.

1971
Publication of 'Capone'

John Kobler's book 'Capone' was published in New York, delving into the life and crimes of the infamous gangster Al Capone.

1999
Al Capone at Chicago Historical Society

In 1999, the Chicago Historical Society featured information about Al Capone, a notorious American gangster, providing insights into his criminal activities and impact on Chicago's history.

2014-02-07
Al Capone on Famous Cases & Criminals by FBI

On February 7, 2014, the FBI's section on Famous Cases & Criminals highlighted Al Capone, showcasing his criminal notoriety and the law enforcement's pursuit of him.

2014-02-18
Works Cited 1

On February 18, 2014, a works cited section was included in a publication or academic work referencing sources such as the ones related to Al Capone. This section serves to acknowledge the sources used in the research or writing process.

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