Bootleggers

Bootlegging became widespread in the U.S. during Prohibition, when alcohol was banned nationally.

Al Capone was a minor figure during Prohibition and never got caught.

Bootleggers modified their cars to outrun police—leading to the early days of stock car racing.

All bootleggers were gangsters who used violence and intimidation.

Prohibition ended with the 21st Amendment, which repealed the national alcohol ban.