Salvatore Maranzano
Italian-American mob boss, organized crime leader
Born
July 31st, 1886
139 years ago
Died
September 10th, 1931
93 years ago — 45 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Founded the Bonanno crime family in New York City. Played a crucial role in the Castellammarese War and established the Commission to govern organized crime in the United States. Elevated status of Sicilian mobsters in America by instituting traditional Sicilian mafia practices. Met his end in 1931 due to power struggles among rival factions, marking a notable turning point in organized crime history.
Founded the Bonanno crime family
Established the Commission of Mafia bosses
Played a pivotal role in the Castellammarese War
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