Bumpy Johnson, the Godfather of Harlem, goes to prison after the betrayal by Flash Walker. While Bumpy serves time at Alcatraz, Frank Lucas commits two high-profile robberies in Harlem. When Bumpy returns home, he brings Frank into his crew, and Frank wants Bumpy to start a heroin operation. Bumpy refuses, but Frank will soon have the opportunity to start the business himself.

Check out these great books about Frank Lucas, Bumpy Johnson, and Harlem crime:

“Harlem Godfather” by Mayme Johnson and Karen E. Quinones Miller

“Original Gangster” by Frank Lucas and Aliya S. King

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