Foundations: The Mafia and the Glass Industry

Define the term 'mafia' in the context of Italian-American and Sicilian organized crime, outlining its core characteristics, codes of conduct, and organizational structure.

Describe the principal sectors of the global glass industry, including flat glass, container glass, and specialty glass, and identify key stages of the production and supply chain.

Trace the historical origins of mafia involvement in legitimate industries in the 20th century, focusing on the post-war economic boom and reconstruction periods.

Analyze the economic and structural vulnerabilities of the glass industry that make it a target for infiltration by organized crime (e.g., high-value contracts, transportation, and waste disposal).