Bag Boys
Bag Boys by Christopher Conway is a historical fiction novel published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on November 12, 2017. This 352-page book follows the life of Paul “Funeral” Signori, who begins his journey as a numbers runner for the Mob at the age of eight in 1932. As he grows, he transitions from a street fighter to a Mob enforcer in Baltimore’s notorious nightclubs, ultimately enlisting in the United States Army during World War II.
Readers will find a narrative that explores the complexities of Signori’s life, from his early involvement in organized crime to his experiences in combat with the 71st Reconnaissance Troop, including the liberation of Gunskirchen Concentration Camp. The story delves into themes of inner conflict as Signori grapples with his past and seeks love, family, and peace after returning to a life steeped in violence. This edition presents a vivid portrayal of a man shaped by his experiences in both the Mob and the military, offering insights into the historical context of his struggles.
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A ‘Bag Boy’ is a kid the Mob uses to run numbers. “That’s how I got started. I was eight years old, the year was 1932.” Paul “Funeral” Signori started as a numbers runner, but soon graduated to a street fighter. Then, he moved into the nightclubs on Baltimore’s infamous “Block” as a Mob enforcer. He liked to call himself a head-basher. In 1942, he enlisted in the United States Army, eventually deploying for combat with the storied 71st Reconnaissance Troop. “Siggy,” as his platoon mates called him, was part of a unit that liberated the Gunskirchen Concentration Camp. He thought he was far from innocent when he went to war, having grown up in the Mob, but the horrors of World War II left him with a hardened heart, he thought beyond repair. Upon returning home, he re-joined his past life with the Mob, spending the next twenty-four years as an enforcer. Now, battling an inner darkness, he wrestles for love, family, and lasting peace.
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