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

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

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, #Weird History, #Five Points, #Gangs of New York, #Martin Scorsese, #New York City History, #19th Century New York, #Immigrant Stories, #Urban Conflict


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