The conflict wasn't just about territory; it was a battle over the definition of an "American." The Nativists (The Bowery Boys) : William "Bill the Butcher" Poole.
The friction between classes and races exploded during the Civil War. The allowed the wealthy to buy their way out of the draft for $300, infuriating the poor Irish community. subtitle Gangs of New York
By the late 1800s, the "gangs" evolved. Disorganized street brawling transitioned into the structured hierarchy of , eventually giving rise to the modern American Mafia. The conflict wasn't just about territory; it was
Street gangs were not independent actors; they were the "muscle" for , the corrupt Democratic political organization. The conflict wasn't just about territory
: Federal troops redirected from Gettysburg were required to restore order. Legacy of the Gangs