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Machine Gun Kelly

American gangster
George Kelly Barnes, better known by his nickname "Machine Gun Kelly", was an American gangster from Memphis, Tennessee, active during the Prohibition era. His nickname came from his favorite weapon, a Thompson submachine gun. Wikipedia
Born: July 17, 1900, Memphis, TN
Died: July 18, 1954 (age 54 years), United States Penitentiary Leavenworth, Leavenworth, KS
Place of burial: Cottondale Cemetery, TX
Spouse: Kathryn Kelly (m. 1930–1954)
Nationality: American
Nicknames: Machine Gun, Machine Gun Kelly, and Pop Gun Kelly
Full name: George Celino Barnes