Lucky Luciano

Italian-American mob boss

Lucky Luciano - Italian-American mob boss
Born

November 24th, 1897
127 years ago

Died

January 26th, 1962
63 years ago — 64 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Born in 1897 in Sicily, a significant figure in organized crime in the United States. Played a pivotal role in the development of the National Crime Syndicate. Instrumental in establishing the commission system to govern Mafia activities. Deported to Italy in 1946 after being convicted of prostitution charges, continued to influence organized crime from abroad until death in 1962.

Established the National Crime Syndicate

Developed the commission system for organized crime

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