Cities of the Underworld

S03E03 Real Mafia Underground

The mafia casts a long shadow globally, but its origins in Sicily are unmistakable. This is the birthplace of organized crime, rooted in a clandestine vigilante group that created a covert system to judge and execute corrupt officials. We'll explore the hidden escape paths of a notorious mob leader through ancient underground channels and uncover a crypt filled with bones that reveals Sicily's turbulent history. Additionally, we’ll examine how the mafia allied with the Allies during World War II, sabotaging Axis fortifications and solidifying their grip on Sicilian culture.