Michael Spillane

Death by Force

Michael J. "Mickey" Spillane, an influential Irish-American mobster, was a dominant figure in New York City's Hell's Kitchen during the 1960s and 1970s. Known as the "Gentleman Gangster," Spillane's reign was marked by his control over various rackets, including gambling and loansharking, while notably prohibiting drug trafficking. His leadership style and refusal to allow Italian mobsters to operate in his territory led to significant tensions and conflicts.

On May 13, 1977, Spillane was ...Read More

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