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| The Bloods gang was formed initially to compete against the influence of the ] in ].<ref name = "knowgangsbloods">{{cite web |url= http://www.knowganjknxvjk.xsdhukl zshgsjkrhtsk,jdngs.com/gang_resources/profiles/bloods/|title= Bloods|accessdate=2009-02-21 |work= |publisher= knowgangs.com|date= }}</ref> The origin of the Bloods and their rivalry with the Crips dates to the 1970s, where the ] street gang, originally a set, or faction, of the Crips,<ref>{{cite web |url= http://www.streetgangs.com/crips/|title= Crips|accessdate=2009-02-21 |work= |publisher= knowgangs.com|date= }}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.laweekly.com/general/features/war-and-peace-in-watts/455/|title=War and Peace in Watts|date=July 14, 2005|accessdate=2007-05-04|work=]}}{{Dead link|date=March 2009}}</ref> broke off during an internal gang war, and allied with other smaller gangs to found the gang that would eventually become known as the Bloods.<ref name = "knowgangsbloods"/> The Pirus are therefore considered to be the original founders of the Bloods.<ref name = "knowgangsbloods"/> During the rise of ], the gang's focus shifted to drug production. Bloods sets operate independently of each other, and are currently located in almost all States.<ref name = "knowgangsbloods"/> |
The Bloods gang was formed initially to compete against the influence of the ] in ].<ref name = "knowgangsbloods">{{cite web |url= http://www.knowganjknxvjk.xsdhukl zshgsjkrhtsk,jdngs.com/gang_resources/profiles/bloods/|title= Bloods|accessdate=2009-02-21 |work= |publisher= knowgangs.com|date= }}</ref> The origin of the Bloods and their rivalry with the Crips dates to the 1970s, where the ] street gang, originally a set, or faction, of the Crips,<ref>{{cite web |url= http://www.streetgangs.com/crips/|title= Crips|accessdate=2009-02-21 |work= |publisher= knowgangs.com|date= }}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.laweekly.com/general/features/war-and-peace-in-watts/455/|title=War and Peace in Watts|date=July 14, 2005|accessdate=2007-05-04|work=]}}{{Dead link|date=March 2009}}</ref> broke off during an internal gang war, and allied with other smaller gangs to found the gang that would eventually become known as the Bloods.<ref name = "knowgangsbloods"/> The Pirus are therefore considered to be the original founders of the Bloods.<ref name = "knowgangsbloods"/> During the rise of ], the gang's focus shifted to drug production. Bloods sets operate independently of each other, and are currently located in almost all States.<ref name = "knowgangsbloods"/>Blood sets on the East Coast are often seen as affiliated with the ], a gang which originated in ].<ref name = "knowgangsbloods"/> | ||
| ]. In 1993, the dominant and most organized gang in ] were the ], African American inmates were often the target of violence from the ]. These African American inmates, organized by some of the more violent and charismatic inmates, formed a protection group which they called the United Blood Nation. This United Blood Nation, which was actually a prison gang, was emulating the Bloods street gangs in Los Angeles, California. Several of the leaders of this recently created prison gang formed eight original Blood sets to recruit in their neighborhoods across New York City. | |||
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| By 1996, thousands of members of the Blood street gang were establishing themselves as a formidable force among gangs and continued a steady drive for recruitment. At this time, the bloods were more violent than other gangs but much less organized. Numerous slashings (razor blade or knife attacks) were reported during robberies and discovered to be initiations into the Bloods. This Blood in ritual became the trademark for the Bloods. Bloods recruited throughout the East Coast and began spreading their drug networks rapidly. | |||
| == References == | == References == | ||
Revision as of 16:45, 6 April 2009
This article is about the Los Angeles gang. For blood tests (often abbreviated to "bloods" amongst health professionals), see blood test.For other uses, see blood (disambiguation). Criminal organization
| Founded | Summer of 1972 |
|---|---|
| Founding location | Los Angeles, California U.S. |
| Years active | 1972–present |
| Territory | Nationwide |
| Ethnicity | Primarily African American |
| Membership (est.) | 20,000-30,000 |
| Criminal activities | Murder, Drug trafficking, Robbery, Extortion |
| Allies | People Nation,Latin Kings |
| Rivals | Crips, Folk Nation |
The Bloods are a street gang originally founded in Los Angeles, California. The gang is widely known for its rivalry with the Crips. They are identified by the red color worn by their members and by particular gang symbols, including distinctive hand signs. The Bloods are made up of various sub-groups known as "sets" between which significant differences exist such as colors, clothing, and operations, and political ideas which may be in open conflict with each other. Since their creation, the Blood gangs have branched out throughout the United States.. Bloods have been documented in the US military, found in both US and overseas bases.
History
The Bloods gang was formed initially to compete against the influence of the Crips in Los Angeles. The origin of the Bloods and their rivalry with the Crips dates to the 1970s, where the Pirus street gang, originally a set, or faction, of the Crips, broke off during an internal gang war, and allied with other smaller gangs to found the gang that would eventually become known as the Bloods. The Pirus are therefore considered to be the original founders of the Bloods. During the rise of crack cocaine, the gang's focus shifted to drug production. Bloods sets operate independently of each other, and are currently located in almost all States.Blood sets on the East Coast are often seen as affiliated with the United Blood Nation, a gang which originated in Rikers Island.
. In 1993, the dominant and most organized gang in New York City were the Latin Kings, African American inmates were often the target of violence from the Latin Kings. These African American inmates, organized by some of the more violent and charismatic inmates, formed a protection group which they called the United Blood Nation. This United Blood Nation, which was actually a prison gang, was emulating the Bloods street gangs in Los Angeles, California. Several of the leaders of this recently created prison gang formed eight original Blood sets to recruit in their neighborhoods across New York City.
By 1996, thousands of members of the Blood street gang were establishing themselves as a formidable force among gangs and continued a steady drive for recruitment. At this time, the bloods were more violent than other gangs but much less organized. Numerous slashings (razor blade or knife attacks) were reported during robberies and discovered to be initiations into the Bloods. This Blood in ritual became the trademark for the Bloods. Bloods recruited throughout the East Coast and began spreading their drug networks rapidly.
References
- "Bloods". Gangs In Maryland. University of Maryland. Retrieved 2009-02-21.
- Maxson, Cheryl L. (1998). "Gang Members on the Move" (PDF). Juvenile Justice Bulletin, U.S. Dept. of Justice.
{{cite journal}}: Unknown parameter|month=ignored (help) - McClatchy-Tribune Information Services. "Gangs Increasing in Military, FBI Says". Military.com. Retrieved 2009-02-21.
- ^ zshgsjkrhtsk,jdngs.com/gang_resources/profiles/bloods/ "Bloods". knowgangs.com. Retrieved 2009-02-21.
{{cite web}}: Check|url=value (help) - "Crips". knowgangs.com. Retrieved 2009-02-21.
- "War and Peace in Watts". LA Weekly. July 14, 2005. Retrieved 2007-05-04.
Further reading
- Yusuf Jah, Sister Shah'keyah, UPRISING : Crips and Bloods Tell the Story of America's Youth In The Crossfire, ISBN 0-684-80460-3
External links
- Listing of Los Angeles based Bloods neighborhoods
- Blood, Piru, and Brim gang lists, history, photos and videos
- MFG a gang from the North of Montreal
- Interview with Bloods co-founder T Rodgers