Costello, Frank, 1891-1973
Variant namesFrank "the Prime Minister" Costello (b. Francesco Castiglia, Jan. 26, 1891, Lauropoli, Calabria, Italy–d. Feb. 18, 1973, New York City) was an Italian-American gangster and crime boss. Costello rose to the top of America's underworld, controlled a vast gambling empire across the United States, and enjoyed political influence.
From the description of Costello, Frank, 1891-1973 (U.S. National Archives and Records Administration). naId: 10582289
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| referencedIn | Robert G. Spivack Papers, 1931-1970, (bulk 1936-1970) | Library of Congress. Manuscript Division | |
| referencedIn | Records of District Courts of the United States. 1685 - 2009. Civil Case Files. 1938 - 1983. United States of America v. Frank Costello, et al | National Archives at New York | |
| referencedIn | Frank Costello letters 1952-1953 Costello, Frank letters | William L. Clements Library |
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Birth 1891-01-26
Death 1973-02-18
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