Interested in learning more about the Prohibition era? Check out Smoke Signals’ new six-part newsletter series, “George Remus: From Pharmacist to King of the Bootleggers.”
Part one of the new mini-series will become available to subscribers of Smoke Signals’ newsletter on August 1st. The series will discuss the life of George Remus, a prominent figure in early-20th-century American history, and will help you learn more about what life was like during Prohibition.
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George Remus was notorious for his involvement in the illegal liquor trade during the US Prohibition era. By following the new series, you will gain insight into a complex period of American history, learning more about the lives of Americans during this challenging time.
The series will begin by exploring the early years of Remus’ life and his journey from modest beginnings to becoming a respected pharmacist and later a lawyer. It will then examine the beginning of Prohibition and how this led Remus to leverage his pharmaceutical and legal knowledge to enter the bootlegging trade.
You will then learn about Remus’ rise to fame as he amassed considerable wealth and became a leading figure in the bootlegging industry. However, his success also came with significant challenges and betrayals, ultimately leading to his downfall. The series will also explore Remus’ relationship with his wife, Imogene, and how her actions contributed to his dramatic fall from power.
The series will then move on to analyze Remus’ high-profile court trial in which he faced charges for his bootlegging operations. The final part of the series will then examine Remus’ legacy and his impact on public perceptions of Prohibition and law enforcement.
The new series is written by Bo Kauffmann, the editor of Smoke Signals, with a diverse writing background covering law enforcement, real estate, and various other personal interests. Alongside a fascination with American history, Bo has a strong interest in cigars, whiskey, and the luxury lifestyle, regularly sharing his insights on these topics with the readers of Smoke Signals.
“Each part of this series will unravel a new chapter in George’s life, filled with intrigue, drama, and unexpected twists,” explains a spokesperson for Smoke Signals. “Starting August 1st, this 6-part mini-series will only be available via our newsletter so make sure to subscribe.”
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