In a shocking exposé, investigative journalist Victor L. Berger reveals the dark underbelly of the U.S. Shipping Board, a branch of the U.S. government, which is accused of being the largest bootlegger in America. While this tale may seem far-fetched, the evidence points to a sinister reality. It appears that passenger vessels carrying Americans across the Atlantic are secretly selling liquor on board, a practice that defies both international and national laws. The U.S. Shipping Board, which owns these passenger vessels and has complete control over their management, is said to be aware of this illicit activity and has chosen to turn a blind eye.
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Key Facts
- State: National
- Category: Organized Crime
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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