MODULE 13

The Mafia Did It!

Topics

One of the most prominent conspiracy theories suggesting members of the Mafia were behind Kennedy’s assassination
Jack Ruby’s association with organized crime

Read

Ruby and the Mob

(pp. 1071 - 1144 in Reclaiming History)

Organized Crime

(pp. 1145 - 1188 in Reclaiming History)

Watch

Conspiracy Files: The JFK Assassination

This conspiracy theory film suggests the Mafia collaborated with the CIA in plotting the assassination of Fidel Castro. In turn, the Mafia used its involvement in this attempted coup to assassinate President Kennedy. It also proposes there were plans to assassinate President Kennedy on his trips to other U.S. cities during November 1963.

Graded Assignment

Complete the Module 13 quiz. This open-book, untimed quiz contains 33 multiple choice questions, each worth one (1) point, based upon the module’s viewings and readings. You must complete this quiz once you open it. Closing your browser or quiz may result in a grade of “0.”

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