William ‘Bill the Butcher’ Cutting Full Name: William Poole Profession: Gangster Nationality: American Biography: The leader of the New York City gang Bowery Boys, he was the inspiration for the character of William “Bill the Butcher” Cutting (portrayed by Daniel Day-Lewis) in Martin Scorsese‘s 2002 film “Gangs of New York”. Born: July 24, 1821 Birthplace: Sussex County, New Jersey, USA Died: March 8, 1855 (aged…