During World War II, Meyer Lansky, a notorious mob boss, allegedly brokered a covert deal with the U.S. Navy. According to some accounts, Lansky's connections with gambling operations in Havana provided the Navy with a secure channel for transmitting confidential messages and relaying intelligence between the U.S. and Cuba. In exchange, the Navy reportedly turned a blind eye to Lansky's illegal activities and provided him with certain protections. The extent and veracity of this secret pact remain subjects of historical debate, but it has been speculated that Lansky's collaboration with the Navy contributed to the Allies' victory in the war.
