What was Tammany Hall?
1 Answer
Oct 28, 2016
A Democratic political machine politically active in New York City. from 1786 to the 1960s when it disappeared from the political landscape.
Explanation:
Tammany Hall Society significantly connected with immigrant groups, particularly the Irish and business people. It was also at times a center of graft and corruption. FDR was against Tammany Hall and it suffered during his presidency. The Society adapted to changing political conditions over a long period of time.
Tammany Hall supported Aaron Burr, America's first Vice President, even a bit after he shot Alexander Hamilton in a duel.
Its 20th Century leaders had connections to Organized Crime.