The Apalachin Meeting was a significant gathering of organized crime leaders that took place on November 14, 1957, in Apalachin, New York. This meeting aimed to discuss various criminal activities and coordinate operations among different Mafia families, including those from New York and other regions. The meeting was interrupted by law enforcement, leading to the arrest of many attendees. This event brought national attention to the activities of the Mafia and highlighted the extent of organized crime in the United States. It also prompted increased scrutiny and investigations into the operations of the American Mafia.