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Discover the surprising influences on the formation of the American mafia, the unexpected collaboration between the government and the mafia during WWII, and the real reason J. Edgar Hoover didn't go after the mob. Explore the rise of the Sicilian mafia in New Orleans and their control over the citrus and vegetable trade. Learn about Bugsy Segal's involvement in the rise of Las Vegas and the major crackdown on the American mafia under the Kennedy Administration.
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- The origins of the American Mafia can be traced back to Sicilian history and culture, influenced by foreign invasion and weak central governments.
- During World War II, the Mafia played a significant role by securing the waterfront and providing intelligence to the US Navy.
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The Origins of the Mafia and its Influence in Sicily and America
The podcast episode explores the origins of the Mafia, tracing it back to Sicilian history and culture. It highlights the influences of foreign invasion, weak central governments, and the importance of family structure in the formation of the Mafia. The episode also discusses how the Mafia played a significant role during World War II, securing the waterfront and providing intelligence to the US Navy. Additionally, it mentions the collaboration between the Mafia and the US government during Prohibition, and the subsequent investments made by mobsters in legitimate businesses, such as casinos.
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