Jack "Legs" Diamond (possibly born John Thomas Diamond, though disputed; July 10, 1897 – December 18, 1931), also known as John Nolan and Gentleman Jack, was an Irish-American gangster in Philadelphia and New York City during the Prohibition era. A bootlegger and close associate of gambler Arnold Rothstein, Diamond survived a number of attempts on his life between 1916 and 1931, causing him to be known as the "clay pigeon of the underworld". In 1930, Diamond's nemesis Dutch Schultz remarked to his own gang, "Ain't there nobody that can shoot this guy so he don't bounce back?"
Legs Diamond
gangster
Notable For
American gangster
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Legs Diamond is born
Legs Diamond, American gangster, known for american gangster, was born on 1897-07-10.
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- When was Legs Diamond born?
- Legs Diamond was born on 1897-07-10 (American).
- What is Legs Diamond known for?
- American gangster
- What historical events involved Legs Diamond?
- Legs Diamond was involved in 1 recorded historical event, including Legs Diamond is born.
- When did Legs Diamond die?
- Legs Diamond died on 1931-01-01.