LAS VEGAS (AP) — Diane Capone Pette, the granddaughter of infamous mobster Al Capone, is shedding light on a lesser-known side of her grandfather's life. Despite his notorious reputation as a crime boss, Capone was also described as a man with multiple dimensions, capable of both ruthlessness and deep loyalty to his family and friends.
A new exhibit titled 'The First Public Enemy' at the Mob Museum in Las Vegas offers a rare glimpse into Capone's personal life. On display are some of his personal belongings, including his favorite weapon, a Colt 1911 .45-caliber pistol, which he affectionately referred to as his 'sweetheart.' The pistol, a treasured family heirloom, is said to have saved Capone on multiple occasions.
