Originally Posted by MeyerLansky
wow the luciano crime family had 500 soldiers then ! wow !

There is varying reports. I do believe particularly during this time the Genovese and Gambino Families were in between 300-500 members.

One thing this research has taught me : something we all already know but when its laid out in front of you, it gives a different perspective. The Luciano/Genovese organization's manpower, capabilities and shear wealth, was unfathomable. I have read that several members (not including the Hierarchy or Caporegime) were millionaire status. Thats a whole different level of success IMO. no wonder they still stand today


"Joe Bananas went after Carlo Gambino, the war went on for seven years..... When guys go to the mattresses, they're not out earning" -Tony Soprano