Explore the ruthless history of the Lucchese family. This documentary tracks their rise to power following the founding of La Cosa Nostra by Gaetano Lucchese, leading up to the family’s downfall under the control of the infamous underboss Anthony “Gaspipe” Casso.
Hosted and produced by Robert Stack
Series: Lords of the Mafia
Episode 8: The Rise and Fall of Cosa Nostra in America
How are criminal organizations able to succeed despite the strong forces of law?
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