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Bugsy Siegel
(1906 - 1947)
American mobster
American mobster
Infamous American mobster who helped transform Las Vegas with the Flamingo Hotel.
Born in Brooklyn in 1906, Siegel became a prominent figure in the American Mafia before turning his attention to the West Coast. He envisioned a glamorous casino resort in the Nevada desert and opened The Flamingo in 1946, laying the groundwork for modern Las Vegas. Despite allegations of skimming funds and violent rivalries, his charisma and ambition cemented his legend. On June 20, 1947, he was assassinated in his Beverly Hills home under mysterious circumstances. Siegel’s vision and ruthless tactics helped shape the entertainment capital of the world.
1947
Bugsy Siegel