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The moments that made Frank Rizzo Philly-famous

A primer on the life and career of the "Cop Who Would Be King" of Philadelphia, including his famous "crumb bum" video, the nightstick-in-the-cummerbund and his multiple attempts to regain the mayor's office.

One of Philadelphia history's most iconic shots: Commissioner Frank Rizzo, giving orders in tuxedo, with nightstick in cummerbund, in 1969.
One of Philadelphia history's most iconic shots: Commissioner Frank Rizzo, giving orders in tuxedo, with nightstick in cummerbund, in 1969.Read moreInquirer Archives