1935 Harlem Gang War: How a Racial Slur Led to 8 Deaths in One Week

Описание: September 16, 1935. The Cotton Club is packed, the jazz is loud, and the illegal whiskey is flowing. But in the shadows of the back tables, a storm is brewing that will leave Harlem’s streets stained red. When the "Dutchman" Schultz decided to cross the floor to confront Bumpy Johnson, he didn't just start a fight—he started a massacre.

In this episode of Bumpy Stories, we dive deep into one of the most explosive weeks in New York underworld history. It began with a single racial slur at the legendary Cotton Club and ended with a body count that shocked the nation.

Discover how Ellsworth "Bumpy" Johnson stood his ground against the most feared mobster in the city, Dutch Schultz. This isn't just a story about a gang war; it’s a story of respect, power, and the ruthless code of the 1930s Harlem streets.

What You’ll Learn:

The Cotton Club Confrontation: The exact moment Dutch Schultz lost his cool in front of 200 patrons.

The Fatal Insult: The words that triggered a week-long bloodbath.

8 Bodies in 7 Days: A day-by-day breakdown of the retaliation that followed.

Bumpy’s Tactical Genius: How Johnson used the chaos to cement his legacy as the Godfather of Harlem.

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