Enoch "Nucky" Thompson was a prominent political figure and organized crime leader in Atlantic City during the early 20th century. He served as the Undersheriff and later as the Republican Party boss in Atlantic County, New Jersey. Thompson played a significant role in the illegal alcohol trade during the Prohibition era, using his political connections to maintain control over the local economy. Thompson's life and exploits were popularized in the HBO series Boardwalk Empire, which depicted his rise to power and the challenges he faced from rival gangs and law enforcement. His character was inspired by the real-life Nucky Johnson, who was known for his influence and corruption in the region.