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Serial number 2347- This Thompson was not only linked to the St. Valentine's Day massacre, but

also to the murder of Frankie Yale in New York. (above) The gun on display along with C and L

drums seized with this gun from Burke's home, sample/evidence boxes from the Goddard Lab and

a brick from the massacre site.

This gun was awarded a Silver Medal (highest award possible) for one of the top eleven guns at

the convention. These guns set a new standard for excellence. It was the first time in history that

ALL eleven judges picked the same gun for medals on the first ballot.

The display also won an award for "Best Arms Grouping" for all of the accessories and

memorabilia displayed together.