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John Kobler discusses his book "Capone"

BROADCAST: Aug. 23, 1971 | DURATION: 00:50:34

Details

Broadcast Date
Aug. 23, 1971

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 50 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
50 minutes, 34 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Law, Crime, Prison American History & Politics

People

Historians

Tags

Capone, Al, 1899-1947 Kobler, John--Interviews Kobler, John. Capone. Criminals--Biography.--United States Authors, American--20th century--Interviews Audiotapes. Radio programs. Kobler, John,-- interviewee WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.)

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