How Chicago's taxi companies turned city streets into a literal war zone
In short: In the 1920s, hailing a cab in Chicago was a dangerous gamble. This video explores the violent street warfare that erupted between the city's two major rivals, Yellow Cab and Checkered Cab.
During the 1920s, Chicago was considered one of the most dangerous cities in the world. This volatility manifested in a fierce competition for passengers between the Yellow Cab and Checkered Cab companies.
The rivalry escalated beyond mere business competition, devolving into actual street warfare as the two companies fought for control over the city's taxi fares.
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