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Quote by Frank Costello

“The only one that can do what I do is me. Lot of people had to die for me to be me. You wanna be me?”

Quote by Frank Costello

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Frank Costello, born on January 26, 1891, in Naples, Italy, and died on February 18, 1973, in New York, USA, was a significant figure in the American underworld during the 20th century. He was a key member of the New York crime families and is known for his leadership role in the Mafia. more

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