Boston Rascals: The Unforgettable Story of the City's Most Notorious Gang

Boston has a long and storied history, but few chapters are as dark as the era of the Boston Rascals. From the slums of the North End to the gilded halls of Beacon Hill, the Rascals terrorized the city for decades, leaving a trail of violence and corruption in their wake.

Boston Rascals

by Stefan Ecks

4.7 out of 5

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In Boston Rascals, acclaimed historian Stefan Ecks tells the definitive story of this infamous gang. Based on years of research and exclusive interviews, Ecks provides an unprecedented look into the world of the Rascals, from their humble beginnings as a group of Irish-American street urchins to their rise to power as the most feared and powerful gang in Boston.

Ecks traces the Rascals' rise to power through the city's turbulent history, from the chaos of the Civil War to the Roaring Twenties. He shows how the gang exploited the city's political and social divisions to build a criminal empire that controlled everything from gambling to bootlegging to prostitution.

But the Rascals' reign of terror would not last forever. In the 1930s, a new generation of law enforcement officials took office, determined to clean up the city. Led by District Attorney Thomas Dewey, these officials launched a relentless campaign against the Rascals, eventually bringing down the gang's leaders and sending its members to prison.

Boston Rascals is a gripping and unforgettable account of one of the most notorious gangs in American history. Ecks' meticulous research and vivid storytelling bring the Rascals to life, providing a fascinating glimpse into the dark side of Boston's past.

If you're interested in true crime, organized crime, or Boston history, then you won't want to miss Boston Rascals. It's a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the dark underbelly of the city.

Praise for Boston Rascals

"Stefan Ecks has written a definitive account of the Boston Rascals, one of the most notorious gangs in American history. Based on years of research and exclusive interviews, Ecks provides an unprecedented look into the world of these Irish-American gangsters, from their humble beginnings in the slums of the North End to their rise to power as the most feared and powerful gang in Boston. Boston Rascals is a gripping and unforgettable account of one of the most fascinating chapters in Boston's history." — Howard Zinn, author of A People's History of the United States

"Ecks has done a masterful job of weaving together the personal stories of the Rascals with the broader history of Boston. Boston Rascals is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the dark side of Boston's past." — Kevin Cullen, author of Whitey Bulger: The True Story of the Most Notorious Gangster in Boston History

"Boston Rascals is a fascinating and well-written account of one of the most infamous gangs in American history. Ecks' meticulous research and vivid storytelling bring the Rascals to life, providing a unique glimpse into the world of organized crime in Boston. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in true crime or Boston history." — Library Journal (starred review)

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Stefan Ecks is a historian and author. He is the author of several books on Boston history, including The Murder of Mary Rogers: A Cold Case Investigation and The Great Boston Fire of 1872. He lives in Boston with his wife and two children.

Boston Rascals

by Stefan Ecks

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	5656 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	206 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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