Originally posted by Boss_of_bosses:
The only thing I disagree on is about the Gambinos being the most powerful in the nation. I read many many Mafia sights saying that the Genovese Mob Family as being the largest, richest and most powerful in america, if not, the world. Carlo was the top Don of the country at the time of his leadership
BobB, that's what I meant: Under Gambino's leadership, his was the most powerful family. It went downhill under Castellano, and down the tubes under Gotti.
The issue of which one is the most powerful and richest isn't easy to determine. These guys don't file financial reports with the SEC. I've seen the same things you have about the Genovese Family. Of course, it could be true. But I think that's speculation based on the fact that, for a long time, their boss, Vincent (the Chin) Gigante, was the only Don in NYC who wasn't in prison for double-digits.
