William Oldfield

William H. “Hammy” Oldfield is an author, historian, speaker, and consultant. His latest book with co-author Victoria Bruce, "Inspector Oldfield and the Black Hand Society” (Simon & Schuster / Touchstone / Atria), became an Amazon best seller.

He has been recognized as a Mafia Expert for the History Channel's "United Stuff of America" and regularly consults on Organized Crime topics. He has lectured at the Smithsonian National Postal Museum, the Mob Museum, Historical Societies, and for fans of True Crime.

William has received nationwide coverage for his family story and his organized crime knowledge through the Wall Street Journal, National Public Radio, Politico, Vice, Washington Times, appeared on C-SPAN, and is a regular contributor for numerous podcasts and more.

He is currently working to create an early law enforcement exhibit at the famous Mob Museum in Las Vegas and to develop a True-Crime television or streaming series based on the criminal case files from the career of Inspector Oldfield. His extensive archival collection is available for collaborative research and viewing by appointment. William grew up in Akron, Ohio, and currently lives in Annapolis, Maryland. He can be contacted at: williamoldfield@gmail.com and on Instagram at william.ham.oldfield.