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Vito Don Vitone Genovese (b / w photo)
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Vito Don Vitone Genovese (b / w photo)
PNP251792 Vito Don Vitone Genovese (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vito Genovese (1897-1969) mafia boss who died in Leavenworth prison; rose to power during the Castellammarese War, to later become leader of the Genovese Crime Family; ); Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22656842
© Peter Newark American Pictures / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases the enigmatic figure of Vito Don Vitone Genovese, a notorious mafia boss whose legacy still echoes through the annals of American crime history. Captured by an anonymous 20th-century American photographer, this portrait offers a glimpse into the life of a man who rose to power during the treacherous Castellammarese War. Vito Genovese's piercing gaze and confident demeanor exude an air of authority befitting his position as leader of the infamous Genovese Crime Family. This image serves as a chilling reminder of his involvement in gang warfare and organized crime, cementing his status as one of America's most feared mobsters. Despite his notoriety, Vito Genovese met his demise within the walls of Leavenworth prison. His story is one marked by fraud, violence, and infamy - traits that are palpable in every line etched on his face. The photograph captures more than just a criminal mastermind; it encapsulates an era when organized crime thrived in New York City. It stands as a testament to both the allure and danger associated with figures like Vito Genovese. As we delve into this mesmerizing piece from Peter Newark American Pictures' private collection, we are reminded that even behind bars, Vito Don Vitone Genovese remains an indelible symbol of America's dark underbelly – forever immortalized through photography.
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