Madam Queenie: New York's Notorious Crime Boss

The video explores the life of Stephanie Saint Clair, also known as Madam Queenie, a prominent figure in Harlem's underworld. Despite unclear origins, she arrived in New York in 1912 and became a key player during the Harlem Renaissance. Saint Clair led a gang and later dominated the numbers racket, an illegal gambling operation. Her efforts provided economic opportunities for the African American community, which faced discrimination from banks. She also clashed with mob boss Dutch Schultz, ultimately retiring as a respected and socially conscious gangster.

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