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Jack Legs Diamond (1896-1931) being taken into police custody, 1918 (b / w photo)
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Jack Legs Diamond (1896-1931) being taken into police custody, 1918 (b / w photo)
PNP252311 Jack Legs Diamond (1896-1931) being taken into police custody, 1918 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John T. Noland; Gentleman Jack ; New York gang boss; member of the Hudson Dusters ; clay pigeon of the underworld ; ); Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22355972
© Peter Newark American Pictures / Bridgeman Images
American Gangster Arrested Arresting Bootlegger Criminal Fraudster Irish American Justice System Mafia Mobster Organised Crime Under Arrest
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This print captures the moment when Jack Legs Diamond, a notorious figure in American history, is being taken into police custody in 1918. The image showcases the stark reality of the justice system's relentless pursuit of organized crime during that era. Jack Legs Diamond, also known as John T. Noland or Gentleman Jack, was a prominent New York gang boss and member of the infamous Hudson Dusters. His reputation as a clay pigeon of the underworld earned him both fear and respect among his peers. The photograph offers an intimate glimpse into Diamond's arrest, revealing his stoic demeanor despite facing serious charges. As an Irish-American male involved in various criminal activities such as fraud and bootlegging, he had become a target for law enforcement agencies determined to dismantle organized crime networks. This arresting portrait serves as a reminder of America's tumultuous past with mobsters like Diamond who operated within the shadows of society. It symbolizes not only their eventual downfall but also represents the ongoing battle between criminals and those seeking justice. Preserved by Peter Newark American Pictures and now part of a private collection, this historic photograph provides valuable insight into one man's journey through America's dark underbelly during Prohibition-era USA. Its timeless quality continues to captivate viewers today while shedding light on an important chapter in our nation's history.
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