St - Valentine's Day Assacre

Led by George "Bugs" Moran , who fiercely resisted Capone's expansion into his territory. The Event: February 14, 1929

Six died instantly, while the seventh, Frank Gusenberg, lived for a short time but refused to break the "code of silence" before he died. st valentine's day assacre

At approximately 10:30 AM, seven men—members and associates of Moran's gang—gathered at a garage located at . According to accounts from Britannica and Wikipedia: Led by George "Bugs" Moran , who fiercely

Moran himself narrowly escaped the carnage because he was late to the meeting and spotted the "police" car outside, choosing to wait at a nearby diner instead. Historical Significance and Aftermath Led by George "Bugs" Moran