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Frank Costello (Italian: [koˈstɛllo]; born Francesco Castiglia [franˈtʃesko kaˈstiʎʎa]; January 26, 1891 – February 18, 1973) was an Italian-American crime boss of the Luciano crime family. Born in Italy, he moved with his family to the United States as a child.
Frank Costello (born Jan. 26, 1891, Cosenza, Italy—died Feb. 18, 1973, New York, N.Y., U.S.) was a major American syndicate gangster, a close associate of Lucky Luciano, noted for his influence with politicians.
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Apr 22, 2024 · Luciano family boss Frank Costello survived gang wars, police scrutiny, and an assassination attempt while becoming one of history's wealthiest mobsters.
Learn about Frank Costello, a powerful mobster who survived several wars, trials and attempts on his life. He was a close associate of Lucky Luciano and a top adviser to the national Mafia Commission.
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Feb 27, 1973 · Ten days before he died, Frank Costello made one of the biggest decisions of his long life. He decided to talk.
Delve into the captivating saga of Frank Costello, a legendary figure in the annals of organized crime. From his humble beginnings on the streets of New York City to his ascent as the boss of the...
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Feb 19, 1973 · Frank Costello, the racketeer who survived gang bullets and safely maneuvered himself through complex trials and, deportation hearings, died yesterday morning of a heart attack. He was 82 years...
