Thats not true about Bonanno that you say "who was he." Besides being a boss, he was "The" boss of one of the largest families in America. He also represented more than a few smaller families throughout the U.S. before the Commission for years. Not to mention he was a major power in Canada, and the Trapani Province of Sicily as well. He was a HIGHLY revered mafioso to say the least!

If anything, the Castellammarese family, and by proxy Joe Bonanno, probably had more power "pound for pound" than the vast majority of top bosses and families out there. (for over 35 years I might add)!