Al Capone is the most infamous gangster in American history. This larger-than-life figure terrorized the streets of prohibition-era Chicago, yet his boisterous personality and extravagant lifestyle made him a national celebrity. But the life Alfonse Capone lived came with a heavy price. When Scarface’s end finally came, it was absolutely brutal—but it was one heck of a ride while it lasted. 1. He Came From A Huge FamilyAl Capone’s origins were similar to many Americans. Born in Brooklyn, New York to working-class Italian immigrants, he grew up in a hectic household. Young Alfonse shared the sm…