Meyer Lansky (July 4, 1902 - January 15, 1983), known as the "Mob's Accountant", was a major organised crime figure who, along with his associate Charles "Lucky" Luciano, was instrumental in the development of the "National Crime Syndicate" in the United States. Lansky developed a gambling empire which stretched across the world. He was said to own points (percentages) in casinos in Las Vegas, Cuba, The Bahamas and London. Although a member of the Jewish Mob, Lansky undoubtedly had strong influence with the Italian Mafia and played a large role in the consolidation of the criminal underworld (although the full extent of this role has been the subject of some debate, as he himself denied many of the accusations against him). Despite nearly fifty years as a member-participant in organised crime, Lansky was never found guilty of anything more serious than illegal gambling.
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