Robin Hood of the Hood: The Life and Times of Teddy Roe, Policy King

by Ron Chepesiuk

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A historical account of Theodore "Teddy" Roe who courageously fought the Chicago Mafia aka The Outfit, for control of the lucrative Policy/Numbers racket. During the time when the mob was muscling in on the Policy/Numbers game that for decades had been a staple in the African-American Community many knuckled under the pressure. However, Roe was one who didn't fold. He famously told mob bosses that he'd rather die first than give up control of his...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:1977219470

ISBN13:9781977219473

Release Date:December 2019

Publisher:Outskirts Press

Length:72 Pages

Weight:0.22 lbs.

Dimensions:0.2" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Related Subjects

Biographical Biographies Biographies & History Biography & History Social Science Social Sciences True Crime

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