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The Lucchese Mafia Crime Family
- The Complete History of a New York Criminal Organization (Five Families) (The Five Families)
- Narrated by: Daniel Winski
- Length: 3 hrs and 27 mins
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Publisher's Summary
Step into the intriguing world of the Lucchese crime family, one of the most formidable and enigmatic factions in the American Mafia. From their humble beginnings in the early 1920s to their rise as one of the "Five Families" that dominated organized crime in New York City, the Lucchese family's captivating story is filled with ambition, power struggles, and ruthless tactics that kept them at the top of the criminal underworld.
In this gripping narrative, you will:
- Uncover the roots of the Lucchese family in the Morello gang and their transformation into a prominent criminal organization with strong Sicilian ties.
- Witness the rise of Tommy Gagliano, who steered the family through the Castellammarese War and solidified their influence in the Bronx, Manhattan, and New Jersey.
- Explore the reign of Tommy Lucchese, a mastermind who orchestrated the family's ascent to the upper echelons of the Mafia and formed a powerful alliance with Carlo Gambino.
- Delve into the Lucchese family's lucrative ventures in the garment industry and their control over various illicit activities that brought them immense wealth.
Experience the tumultuous era under the ruthless leadership of Carmine Tramunti and Anthony Corallo, where secrecy and power struggles threatened the family's stability.
Witness the shocking reign of terror unleashed by Victor Amuso and Anthony Casso, marked by brutal violence and a wave of bloodshed that engulfed anyone who dared to oppose them.
Follow the gripping saga of the Lucchese family's encounters with law enforcement, including their infiltration of the NYPD and the notorious Mafia Commission Trial of 1986.
Unearth the legacy of the Lucchese family and its enduring impact on the American Mafia, forever leaving an indelible mark on the criminal underworld.
Through meticulous research and compelling storytelling, this book unveils the untold history of the Lucchese crime family, painting a vivid portrait of the complex characters, riveting events, and treacherous dynamics that shaped their rise and fall. Prepare to be captivated by the dark allure of the Lucchese Mafia Crime Family and its enduring legacy in the annals of organized crime.
