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William Poole
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For other people named William Poole, see William Poole (disambiguation).
"Bill the Butcher" redirects here. Not to be confused with Butcher Billy, Billy Butcher, William Butcher, or Will Butcher.
William Poole (July 24, 1821 – March 8, 1855), also known as Bill the Butcher, was the leader of the Washington Street Gang, which later became known as the Bowery Boys gang. He was a local leader of the Know Nothing political movement in mid-19th-century New York City.
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William Poole | |
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Born | (1821-07-24)July 24, 1821 Sussex County, New Jersey, United States |
Died | March 8, 1855(1855-03-08) (aged 33) |
Cause of death | Murder by gunshot |
Resting place | Green-Wood Cemetery, Kings County, New York |
Nationality | American |
Other names | Bill the Butcher |
Occupation(s) | Butcher, fireman, criminal gang leader, politician |
Known for | Nativism, was a pugilist and leader of the Bowery Boys, a street gang of Know Nothings and volunteer firemen; murdered by supporters of his political rival, John Morrissey of Tammany Hall |
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Founded by | William "Bill the Butcher" Poole |
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Founding location | Washington Market, Manhattan |
Years active | 1840s |
Territory | Washington Market, Manhattan |
Ethnicity | English American |
Membership (est.) | ? |
Criminal activities | ? |
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Founded by | William "Bill the Butcher" Poole |
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Founding location | Bowery, Manhattan, New York City |
Years active | Mid-19th century |
Territory | Bowery, Manhattan, New York City |
Ethnicity | Non-Irish, European American |
Membership (est.) | ? |
Criminal activities | ? |
Rivals | Dead Rabbits, Plug Uglies |
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