The 1970s and 1980s were a time of great upheaval in Miami, Florida, as the city became a major hub for the cocaine trade. The 'Cocaine Cowboys' era, as it came to be known, saw the rise of organized crime groups, led by figures such as Griselda Blanco and Pablo Escobar. These groups, often with ties to Colombia and other South American countries, dominated the cocaine trade, bringing vast amounts of wealth and violence to the city. The Cocaine Cowboys era was marked by brutal killings, kidnappings, and other crimes, as the various groups vied for control of the lucrative trade. The era also saw the rise of corrupt law enforcement officials, who often turned a blind eye to the activities of the Cocaine Cowboys in exchange for bribes and other forms of payment. This article examines the history of the Cocaine Cowboys era, the key players, and the impact of their activities on the city of Miami.