Gomorrah Reading Flashcards
(16 cards)
What is a key function of the Naples Port?
Importation of goods and merchandise
The port plays a significant role in the economy by facilitating the entry of various products.
Which group is known for controlling trade in Naples?
Chinese Mob
The Chinese Mob has significant influence over trade activities in the region.
What are designer ‘dupes’?
Counterfeit items with sewed-on tags of the designer
These items mimic genuine designer products but are not authentic.
What happened to most port apartments in Naples?
They were turned into storage areas for merchandise
This indicates a shift in the use of space within the port.
What significant event occurred in Naples in 1928?
Earthquake
The earthquake had profound impacts on the city and its infrastructure.
What illegal substances were mentioned in connection with Naples?
Drugs and Heroin
The presence of these substances highlights issues related to crime and trafficking.
Who was kidnapped by the Red Brigades in March 1981?
Ciro Cirillo
Ciro Cirillo was a powerful Christian Democrat whose kidnapping caused widespread fear.
What was the concern regarding Ciro Cirillo’s potential release?
What if Ciro talks?
His position as president of the committee for urban planning made him a valuable target.
Who was asked to mediate the negotiations for Ciro Cirillo’s release?
Cutolo
This reflects the complex relationships between organized crime and political figures.
When was Ciro Cirillo released?
July 1981
His release was a significant event that garnered attention from his political allies.
What did Ciro Cirillo’s friends want to know after his release?
What he told the Red Brigades
They were concerned about the information he might have disclosed.
Who was kidnapped by the Red Brigades in 1982?
US General JL Dozier
His kidnapping underscored the ongoing threat of the Red Brigades during that period.
How long was General JL Dozier held captive?
42 days
His rescue by Italian Special Police Unit NOCS was a notable operation.
What criminal organization rose to prominence in Naples during the 1970s and 1980s?
Camorra
The Camorra is a powerful mafia-like organization involved in various illegal activities.
Who wrote it
R. Saviano 2006
what time period is it based off of
mainly 1999-2005 but there are flashbacks to the 1980s
