The Corleone Family’s Response to the Rosado Brothers Attempt: A Tale of Revenge and Retaliation

Based on the literary works by Mark Winegardner, the The Godfather Returns and The Godfather's Revenge, we delve into the intricate relationships and vendettas within the Corleone family and their alliance with the Rosado brothers. Michael Corleone's attempt to take down the Rosado brothers raises questions about his true intentions and the outcomes of such actions in the dark world of the Mafia.

Michael's Implications and Nick Geraci's Deduction

In The Godfather's Revenge, a key moment occurs where Nick Geraci, a character positioned in a shadowy part of Michael’s operation, is challenged with the notion that Michael Corleone must not be serious about finding him until he had put someone capable on his trail. This dialogue, 'Michael Corleone must not be serious about finding me until he put someone like you on the job' [Nick Geraci to Cosimo “Momo” Barone], reveals a pivotal point in the story.

Momo’s chest puffed out slightly, indicative of the flattery having hit its mark. With a countering statement, Geraci adds, 'You it means he’s serious' — a clear sign that Michael has indeed taken action. This leads to a contemplation of Michael’s decision to involve Geraci:

“Ritchie Two-Guns serious. Even one of the Rosatos…”

This implies that Michael has seriously considered involving the Rosado brothers in his hunt for Geraci, indicating the influence and connections within the Mafia world, especially in regards to hitmen and assassins.

The Gallos and Rosados: Mafia’s Shadow Brothers

To fully understand the significance of Michael's actions against the Rosado brothers, it's crucial to explore the background of the Gallo brothers, who served as the basis for the Rosado brothers in the novels by Mark Winegardner. The Gallos were a formidable gangster crew who operated independently, earning under various families, not just as guns for hire.

Like their fictional counterparts, the Rosado brothers were an independent crew who earned under several families over a period of decades. They had affiliations with powerful families and shifted allegiances based on loyalty and betrayal. This led to a series of vendettas and conflicts, including wars with the Profaci and Colombo families, as well as the eventual resolution under the Genovese Family.

The tale of the Gallos, much like the Rosados, provides insight into the complex dynamics of loyalty, betrayal, and survival within the Mafia. However, unlike the fictional Rosados, there is a stark parallel in the real-life outcomes of the Gallos, as highlighted by several key events in their history.

Real-Life Events and Their Reflections

The Gallos, based on real-life figures, faced similar fates to those of their fictional alter egos. Larry Gallo, like the Rosado brothers, died of cancer in 1968. Later, in 1972, Joe “Crazy Joey” Gallo was shot to death while eating in a diner. By the mid-1970s, Albert Gallo was still active, but the timeline showcases how these powerful gangs fade into the annals of organized crime history.

The parallels between the fictional narrative and real-life events highlight the gritty and often violent nature of the Mafia. Michael Corleone's take on the Rosado brothers is a complex and strategic act, rooted in the same deeply entrenched vendettas and alliances that the Gallos exemplified.