One of the most famous gangsters in 20th century America.

Bumpy Johnson’s rise would see him extort shop owners, to having wars on the streets against violent gangsters such as Dutch Schultz.

Eventually becoming known as The Godfather of Harlem, who would control the major criminal activities, as well as see himself support the poverty stricken people in the city.

Things would soon go downhill for Bumpy though, as law enforcement would finally start catching up with him for his association with the narcotics trade. With him finally meeting his demise due to heart disease.

So what was life like for one of America’s most notorious gangsters?