Bumpy Johnson: The Only Man Who Challenged the Mafia #organizedcrime #mafia #crime #documentary

He sat across from Lucky Luciano and said no. Everyone said the Mafia would kill him. 🔗 FULL VIDEO: https://youtu.be/UuGgT7D8lhU Instead, they made him a partner. Bumpy Johnson—the Godfather of Harlem. A Black gangster who controlled an entire neighborhood during the worst racial segregation in American history. The Italian Mafia needed HIS permission to operate in Harlem. 💰 THE IMPOSSIBLE RISE: • Born 1905, South Carolina • Arrived Harlem 1919 at age 14 • Built empire during Great Depression • Negotiated with Lucky Luciano as equals • Controlled Harlem for 30+ years • Even the Mafia showed him respect 🤝 THE LEGENDARY DEAL: After defeating Dutch Schultz's invasion, Bumpy sat down with the most powerful mobster in America. Luciano wanted Harlem. Bumpy said no. The result? An unprecedented partnership where a Black gangster held equal power with the Italian Mafia.