Paul Castellano and the Gambino Crime Family
Test your knowledge on Paul Castellano, his rise within the Gambino crime family, his business tactics, conflicts with other mob members, and ultimately his downfall orchestrated by John Gotti. Explore the history of organized crime and the inner workings of one of New York's most notorious crime families.
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Paul Castellano and the Gambino Crime Family
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- Question 1
- associates
- Question 2
- enforcement
- Question 3
- lifestyle
- Question 4
- activities
- Question 5
- Castellano
- Question 6
- Castellano's
- Question 7
- businessman
- Question 8
- mob
- Question 9
- side
- Question 10
- crime
- Question 11
- violence
- Question 12
- months
List of Flashcards13 flashcards
- Card 1HintHe took over after Carlo Gambino and focused on business.Memory TipCastellano: CEO of Crime
- Card 2HintHe used his smarts for meat and investments, not just violence.Memory TipMeat business = mob muscle
- Card 3HintHis body was found in a Cadillac trunk after being subpoenaed.Memory TipDeMeo: The car trunk end
- Card 4HintHe built the Gambino family and picked his cousin to take over.Memory TipCarlo chose Paul
- Card 5HintThe choice of new boss caused division.Memory TipSuccession created division
- Card 6HintHe preferred suits over street fights, using others for the dirty work.Memory TipBrain over brawn
- Card 7HintBreaking this rule meant severe punishment.Memory TipDrugs = deadly consequence
- Card 8HintHidden microphones led to his downfall.Memory TipBugs at home
- Card 9HintHis death heightened tensions before Castellano's demise.Memory TipDellacroce's delay
- Card 10HintHis passing, and Castellano's disrespect, fueled Gotti's anger.Memory TipFuneral snub
- Card 11HintDisrespect and a new underboss pushed Gotti to act.Memory TipGotti's grab
- Card 12HintKilled at a famous NYC restaurant.Memory TipSparks Steakhouse ambush
- Card 13HintThe future mayor who targeted the mob.Memory TipGiuliani's mob bust