Explore the fascinating history of pinball's evolution and its unexpected ties to the underworld in New York City. Discover why NYC Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia targeted this popular pastime in the 1930s, leading to a ban that lasted until the 1970s. The era of the Great Depression, the Graf Zeppelin's historic journey, and the New Deal come alive as we delve into the social ramifications and mafia connections of pinball.

#pinball #NYC #1970s #Mafia #FiorelloLaGuardia #illegalgambling #GreatDepression #NewDeal #Silverball
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