• Alphabetical Listing
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• Gangster Era
• Historical Interest
• Unusual Phenomena
• Violent Crime

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As you review these files, note that portions have been marked out and small codes appear in the margins or alongside the deletions. These codes may be matched up to our "Explanation of Exemptions" sheet.

In general terms, the FBI excises information to protect national security, personal privacy interests, the identity of confidential sources, and law enforcement techniques.

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