The Real Five Points: The Neighborhood Behind 'Gangs of New York'

Weird History: Unexpected and Untold Stories
05/05/2023 14 min
The Real Five Points: The Neighborhood Behind 'Gangs of New York'

Listen "The Real Five Points: The Neighborhood Behind 'Gangs of New York'"

Descargar episodio

Episode Synopsis

Explore the true history of Five Points, the chaotic New York City neighborhood that inspired Martin Scorsese's 'Gangs of New York.' From the mid-1800s, this area in lower Manhattan was home to impoverished immigrants seeking a better future amidst hostility and conflict. Discover the real stories behind the mythologized depiction.

#NYC #Manhattan #WeirdHistory #FivePoints #GangsofNewYork #MartinScorsese #NewYorkCityHistory #19thCenturyNewYork #ImmigrantStories #UrbanConflict
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
© 2003-2025 ZARZA | AHEAD OF OUR TIME
privacy policy
In God we trust In God we trust
PreSales Questions? Click Here
or call our toll-free line at +1-888-5002068 Miami, Florida, USA