The Black Hand: An Organized Crime History Podcast
A podcast that delves into the lives and history of some of the most powerful people and organizations in the history of organized crime, we talk about the history and members of the Italian-American Mafia, Cartels, or street gangs, and everyone/everything in between
The Black Hand: An Organized Crime History Podcast
Episode 60: The Banana War
On Episode 60, We delve into the story of the so called Banana War. A conflict that arose in the Bonanno crime family from 1965 until 1969, and would see the murders of at least 14 mobsters, as well as numerous unsuccessful attempts. It split the family into two factions, one led by the incumbent Joe Bonnano and his son Bill. And the other, led by a former top Capo in the Bonnano regime named Gaspare DiGregorio. Which would even see the larger New York City underworld be forced to pick sides in a battle to the death that had the potential to sway history in any number of directions. Most of all however, it's a story complete with mob politics, future heavyweights, and lots of violence.
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Background Music:
Music: Dark Flashes by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Intro Music:
Music: Void Glider by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Intro audio sources:
Lufthansa clip belongs to The Fox Corporation
“New York City is a warzone” clip belongs to CBS Broadcasting Inc.
Joey Gallo and “Leave by violence” clip belongs to the American Broadcasting Company
