🔪Sammy the Bull's upbringing in Bensonhurst and his involvement in street gangs.
💥Sammy's dyslexia struggles and his decision to leave school and join a gang instead.
🎖️Sammy's military service and training, which included learning how to kill.
🤝Sammy's association with the Spiros, a well-known mafia family, and his involvement in mafia wars.
💰Sammy's transition from street gangs to the mafia and his rise in the criminal underworld.
What is Sammy the Bull's real name?
—Sammy the Bull's real name is Salvatore Gravano.
What was Sammy's experience in the military?
—Sammy served in the military during the Vietnam War. However, he did not go to Vietnam as he did not have a year left of active service.
Who are the Spiros?
—The Spiros were associated with the Columbo family and were known for their involvement in mafia wars. Sammy associated with them and became involved in the criminal underworld.
Did Sammy the Bull rise in the mafia ranks?
—Yes, Sammy the Bull eventually rose in the mafia ranks and became a well-known figure in the criminal underworld.
What was Sammy the Bull's role in the mafia?
—Sammy the Bull was a former mafia hitman and underboss. He was involved in various criminal activities and played a significant role in the mafia's operations.
00:05Introduction to the interview with Sammy the Bull.
00:17Sammy's upbringing in Bensonhurst and his involvement in street gangs.
03:36Sammy's dyslexia struggles and decision to leave school and join a gang.
08:29Sammy's military service and training, including learning how to kill.
10:54Sammy's association with the Spiros and his involvement in mafia wars.
13:46Sammy's transition from street gangs to the mafia and his rise in the criminal underworld.
