The cocaine trade in Miami was a major phenomenon in the 1970s and 1980s, with the city becoming a hub for the importation and distribution of cocaine. The trade was dominated by major traffickers, including Pablo Escobar and the Medellin cartel, who used Miami as a major entry point for their cocaine shipments. The trade was highly lucrative, with traffickers earning millions of dollars from the sale of cocaine. However, the trade was also highly violent, with traffickers using violence and intimidation to maintain their control over the market. The impact of the cocaine trade on Miami was significant, with the city experiencing high levels of crime and violence. The trade also had a corrupting influence on the city's government and law enforcement, with some officials and officers becoming involved in the trade. This article examines the history of the cocaine trade in Miami, including the rise of major traffickers and the impact of the trade on the city. It also explores the efforts of law enforcement to combat the trade and the legacy of the era on the city of Miami.