Lucky Luciano
Lucky Luciano was an influential Italian-American mobster who is often credited with founding the modern American Mafia. Born in 1897 in Sicily, he immigrated to the United States as a child and became a key figure in organized crime during the early 20th century. Luciano was instrumental in establishing the National Crime Syndicate and created a more structured and cooperative organization among various crime families. His criminal activities included bootlegging, drug trafficking, and extortion. In the 1930s, he was convicted of compulsory prostitution and sentenced to prison, but he was later deported to Italy after World War II. Luciano's legacy continues to shape the portrayal of organized crime in popular culture, making him a significant historical figure in the realm of American crime.
Born on Nov 24, 1897 (127 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Israel | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 9,216,900 | 3,653 | $400,000 | 159$ |
| Dominican Republic | 1 | 3.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 10,847,910 | 6,115 | $89,000 | 50$ |
| Totals | 2 | 20,064,810 | 9,768 | $489,000 | 209$ |
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Dominican Republic:
Lucky Luciano had close ties with dictator Fulgencio Batista.
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Israel:
Lucky Luciano is referenced as a notorious figure in organized crime who influenced the characters in 'The Alto Knights'.
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Dominican Republic:
Lucky Luciano is mentioned as a notorious criminal who entered New York along with other criminals and humble people.
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France:
Lucky Luciano is referenced as a benefactor of humanity who was imprisoned for over twenty-five years.
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