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Who turned government witness against Vito?

  • Henry Hill

  • Joe Valachi

  • Salvatore Gravano

  • Frank Sheeran

Answer

The name Joe Valachi stands out as a significant figure in the annals of organized crime history, particularly for his role as the first member of the Mafia to publicly break the oath of secrecy, known as "omerta." By testifying before the United States Senate, Valachi provided a groundbreaking insider's perspective into the inner workings of the Cosa Nostra, exposing its intricate network of families, their hierarchy, and criminal operations.
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