The Godfather

The Godfather

by

Mario Puzo

The powerful Don of Chicago’s Mafia organization, known as “The Outfit.” He attempts to murder Don Vito Corleone in order to overtake the Corleone Family’s crime rackets. However, Don Corleone sends Luca Brasi to kill his would-be assailants, thereby sending a warning to Capone not to interfere with the Corleone Family’s affairs.
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Al Capone Character Timeline in The Godfather

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Chapter 14
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...caporegimes and their soldiers against Maranzano’s best men. When Maranzano allies with Chicago Mafia boss Al Capone to have Corleone killed, Don Vito enlists Luca Brasi to intercept the would-be assassins and... (full context)