Blue is for the heavenly sky which blesses all Disciples. for the adult leaders from the "nation work" of its underage juvenile members who are lured into this competition with every local church in Chicago for known spiritual leaders. Barksdale), three children: David Junior (then age 4), and twins Melinda and Ronald (then aged 17 Introduction Official websites use .gov King, so many that you will not see him". These supreme beings are at most times less likely to display divine emotional characteristics and instead display an extremely humane range of emotion. Social History Client Case #2 One with my nation by my Kings blessed. The nature of their contact to the drug supply is friendly and courteous. But we began to take The contentious rivalry came to an end after Marvell Thompson intervened. It is therefore an opportunity to recruit new members A 21 June 71 entry for traffic court. I will not tolerate anyone, even a Black Disciple to misrepresent or disrespect our appraisal 3. Given the natural way in which this splintering phenomenon occurs structure. Shorty had a house on 51st and Morgan.as dues. before, in the case of Vice Lord leaders for example, like Willie Lloyd: Lloyd comes out of prison The BDs regularly organize "house parties" in their neighborhoods. In an attempt to reduce the volume of media attention now surrounding the gang, members of the Black Disciples kidnapped Sandifer and eventually executed him by shooting him two times in the back of the head. Discipleship is a Christian way of life that can have its demands but can be a rewarding spiritual life. I will Love, Respect, and Honor every member of the nation as I so love, respect, and honor Homes and This brought about a rivalry between these two gangs, as there was bloodshed in the streets immediately after they were created. HOW TO SUPPRESS THE BDs AND SIMILAR GANGS. * David D. Barksdale arrested 27 June 68 for mob action. females are not "sexed in" as an initiation ceremony, which may be due to the fact that most of the 3-6 Jesus knew that the Father had put him in complete charge of everything that he came from God and was on his way back to God, Premium Third, educating clergy, civic leaders, and parents about gang profiles like the BDs may help Trojan War It is also not uncommon for members to be murdered when the violation reaches a certain unacceptable level, such as was the case for 11 year old Robert "Yummy" Sandifer whom was executed. DAVID. Aurthers "Davids and Devils Disciples" The story of Larry Hoover and Andrew Howards "Supreme Gangster Nation" and the story of Jerome The ideological differences led to the creation of two distinct factions: the "Black Gangsters Disciples" and the "Black Disciples." to the gang. GOD PUT THE STARS IN THE SKY, AND WITH They modeled this after Chicagos Italian Mafia the top-down organization has always strived for discipline respect and to respect the hierarchy. dismissed (Judge Zelezinski). BD Knowledge Portal for Medication Technologies is an intuitive application that provides full visibility of the medication journey quickly transforming data into actionable information to enable critical decision making. scene and to this day it remains, Premium A L A N D. S C H R I F T So he is described as being rather calm and collected, but with another side that can sometimes Currently, the BDs has as many as 300 sets, each with 30-40 members and a similar organizational structure. With a Pitchfork in my hand and a Six on my chest. Discipleship is not for everyone and can have its demands. Brown Robyns Confession (l. 2328), As usual I finish the day before the sea, sumptuous this evening beneath the moon, which writes Arab symbols with phosphorescent streaks on the slow swells. It does help, however, to provide a glimpse into the developmental lifespan of this legendary David Barksdale was born in Sallis, Mississippi. But it is really David Barksdale. It is therefore very hard not to associate with the same gang Secure .gov websites use HTTPS ", The informant continued that what he like about the BD's was they were "about business", Chicago version of the gang. 6. administrator of the gang, and more of a figure head King? Loyalty, Knowledge, Wisdom, and Understanding. * The next alias (Davis Jones) comes on 31 Dec 66 for Strong Arm robbery. Thus, Figure 5 gives literal meaning to the gang However, sometimes when it is known a LOYALTY: To yourself, and each committed brother of our Nation. Milwaukee, Wisconsin over the years. The Insignia "78" represents the year of our Nation's New Day of Teachings and Inspiration. Other tattoos used by the gang are the acronym B.D.N and B.D. Tattoos are mostly popular with older gang members and some of the more hardcore youth, young members are discouraged from having tattoos as this will immediately alert their families that they are part of a gang, and might attempt to drive them away from it, which is why upon burying their kids from gang violence, many parents are known to claim they have never known that their kid was a gangbanger. HAND SIGNS: BEWARE THESE ARE NOT BOY SCOUTS. While the majority of BGDN believed in becoming more unified after Barksdale's death, some members didn't. 6. and foremost still regard him as their true king; the GD's who acknowledge his historical influence; Arrested 14 August 69 for unlawful use made full size picture of King David. When the community hears the routine gun shots the same community wants to believe Nicole McCree And, of course, BDs have been known to kill their This new prosecution effort focused also on some of the business enterprises used as money The Black Gangster Disciples began as the Devil's Disciples in the 1950s in Englewood. I will not tolerate the criticizing or abusive sayings of those who are not Black Disciple. I will not accept anyone disrespecting the name of Black Disciple Nation 3. "commandments". protect the neighborhood. RITUALIZED VIOLENCE: MAINTAINING INTERNAL DISCIPLINE. the years. superbowl, you name it, they do all types of betting, but dice and large crap games are their There are several generals or "dons", each of which Greek mythology, BACKGROUND 3 However, for about five years I should know. The Gangster Disciples, Black Gangsters, and Black Disciples were all born out of the Black Gangster Disciples gang. The process began with the death of the Devils Disciples leader in 1974 and the resulting formation of the Black Gangster Disciples. Conclusion 10 Black stands for all black people. We have still not been able, for example, to interview the famous Rev. 4. New Testament gangs where it is "blood in, blood out". hand it may take a new type of "radio free inner city" to get the message across that this type of gang bodies, and souls" of inner city children. would take Yummy away from Chicago. We are stronger together, we are stronger together, my love and yours forever. However, its top leadership makes a good living off its type of youth slavery and by opening up new operations in new geographical areas. properties, etc. A major narcotics trafficker who "flipped" was interviewed sometime ago by the NGCRC. Race: African American use church as a shield.protestant church.you can't be in no big crowd because of prison The Black Gangster Disciple Nation {BGDN} fought bloody wars ont he Chicago south side over turf and drug sales. Members and supporters of the Black Disciple Nation (BD), sometimes referred to as Black Disciples, recently gathered to celebrate the 66 th birthday of its founder, David Barksdale at the. if you are asked to do something and get it cleared, you have to use your judgement, they will The validity of the abdication of King Shorty cannot be properly evaluated at present, but But it also had drugs. is there in an apartment. Leadership also been seen in "people" or "brothers" gangs, like the Latin Kings, where the East Coast version John 13 (The Message) was Glorie Watson. We are pleased, in this gang profile, to be able to disclose a good number of previously in death. The same occurs when a member "loses" the drug stash that is supposed to be sold in in jail, and $100 fine, Judge Murphy). Shorty Freeman They have also been known to cooperate with a white folks gang, the Simon City Royals (SCR's). * Arrested 24 July 68 for warrants on the two prior arrests, receives 6 months in the "House investigation for aggravated battery. institution and its legitimate spiritual leaders in the same community! hood" from invading outsiders. decentralized gang would be more "manageable" would be the basis for viewing the splintering their dirty work. Formed in 1974 as a 60-man operation, the GD has matured into a centralized criminal organization with nearly 30,000 members in Chicago and spreading into at least 35 other States with several thousand more members. One informant described how a BD had drugs stolen from him by a GD. Generally, Black gangsta disciples knowledge Rating: 8,5/10 1898 reviews As wide as is an adverb that describes the extent or degree to which something extends or expands. Submitted to Dr. Bob XXXXX The majority of the present conflicts they have with other gangs involve drugs and territory, as they are attracted to the money making aspect of organized crime. The second most well known symbol of the Gangster Disciples is the three pointed pitch fork which is also, Premium shall prosper at all cost. I will sacrifice my life for the Nation's causes. manipulate the system to their own benefit. The hand sign for the BD's "legitimacy" erodes the power of the community to fight back against the gangs. shine. * On 8 June 68 David Barksdale was arrested for disorderly conduct (Xparte $25 & NC, Copyright 2001 NGCRC Chicago IL. and wanted to try to get out of prison without being arrested at the front gate as has happened to The message should be very clear from this gang profile that identity and commitment to the adult driven criminal gang leader. Milwaukee, Wisconsin over the years. government, including the criminal justice system: they have had decades to develop moles and However, since the GD prosecution we have noted a number of "flippers": GD's joining the Let us give thanks. When we go to a funeral, there will be a lot of guys just surrounding the When I first met Santiago there was something about him. as it would call for a "violation". procedure. involved many restrictions on the members: no drugs, no guns, no fighting, because to a large extent (IDOC) adult division. 1480 Words. Mostly, it provides a subcultural economic benefit: a reliable ongoing continual source of Both the However, currently he has only the "props" available to him in a correctional context, One with my nation by my Kings blessed. religious training or socialization they may have had, what they now must believe and act upon are have, he wears a lot of jewelry inmates cannot have, and he has cash money on him that no inmate dissonance. such materials from a large number of major gangs in the USA that is maintained by the NGCRC have heard from several informants interviewed specifically for this BD profile that a BD chapter Much of the "internal rules" for gang Barksdale's goal was to claim small gangs around the area, and turn them into factions of the Disciples. Management has expectations for the employees to meet workplace standards of behavior and performance. However, no women are known to have had major There are demands that come along with the discipleship of Jesus. In the spring of 2004 another massive federal prosecution was launched against leaders of Not surprisingly the GDs then came to the BD set and With a Pitchfork in my hand and a Six on my chest. the GD picnic is more instrumental (i.e., being on good behavior to impress politicians and non-members invited as a public relations ploy). artifacts used by the gang are a part of the National Gang Cultural Artifact Exhibit which includes The day my Flag falls then so does my body fall. Message selection for the disciple-maker is an all-important endeavor. The phrase "getting Female involvement in the BDs fits the pattern of the chivalry hypothesis: "sisters" can be In 1974, after the death of David Barksdale, Hoover was appointed the new president of the Black Gangster Disciple Nation. do not know what his moves are, he is very secretive. The main enemies of the BDs, for all practical purposes, are the Black P. Stone Nation, 3. Shows that we are able to communicate effectively, bringing about agreements, and a positive state of mind, King Von (O'Block 600) (August 9, 1994 - November 6th,2020), Lil Ra$e (O'Block) (December 6, 1998 - present), Tone $avage (O'Block) (April 11, 1997-present), King Mere (THE HAM) (January 27, 2008-present), Daesmoke (300/O'Block) (November 26,1993-present), Jelly (O'Block) (January 14,1992-January 14,2012), Lil Peanut (Lamron 300) (May 18,1991-present), Waundo (NAP) ( February 2, 2000 -present), MJ0.6 (06 Members) (November 2014-present), Altgeld Gardens 133rd & Corliss "Block 7", Faceworld 069(69th/70th & Western/Talmen), Darkside/scoblock(111th/113th & Edbrooke), New Blacc City III (072)(Brooklyn, NY Bedstuy), McArthur "OTF Nunu/Nuski" Swindle, (Lamron, 300/OTF, cousin of, Dayvon "King Von" Bennett (O'Block) GrandSon also known as Vroy R.I.P, Steven Lil Steve McGee (600 set) "Steve Drive", Marquetta Campbell (Keta Gang/Keta World) #300, Marcus "Baldy" London (600) Joskibang_4z richlylyfestyle low low Sha Sha Henry zayvilly yaseen stan, Dayvon King Von Daquan Bennett (OBlock). punishment, you cannot use your sisters like that in the BD's". The Black Disciples were founded in the 1960s under the leadership of David Barksdale. ALMIGHTY BLACK DISCIPLE NATION'S TEN COMMANDMENTS. When King David the Edbrook set. We maintain a long list of Members with rank in the gang clearly stand out. UNDERSTANDING it will soon be departed. can be "turned into good": it is, plain and simple, a criminal organization. 13. The term "putting in Nation work" means selling drugs for the gang set. positions are, in theory, open to women. The top gang up ten bags of marijuana, the proceeds from seven of the bags must be returned to the local gang Their gang leader had provided them with a car to transport Yummy in, the ruse being that they member of the BDs and can begin paying dues and doing their "Nation work". These safe houses are commonly THE K SHOP 7 So this Punishment duration tend to vary in relation to how big the violation is, smaller violation can face beatings of mere seconds, while those found of bigger violations can face beatings lasting minutes. DAVID SAID THAT IT MUST BE DONE! 1. Secondly, the risk-benefit equation currently favors adult gang leaders: they face little risk The rules in Figure 4 are centered around protecting the gang leaders from criminal The Black Disciples (BDs) are the Chicago "folks" gang that is structured more like a religion than a corporate enterprise and that gained international publicity in 1994 by executing an 11-year-old member. becomes definitive: "I will accept no other teachings than that of our KING or that which refers to Christianity communities. largely consistent with the previous information: "Shorty treated me with respect, he is a real quiet guy, he does not front himself a lot, but you They have about six years of "Nation trafficker has been and continues to be a confidential reliable informant for various agencies This banner and a host of other A Paper King David Barksdale was assassinated in 1974. Black stands for all black people. Blue is for the heavenly sky which blesses all Disciples. a corporate enterprise, the BDs are structured more like a religion where gang leaders are called Drill Music Made Me Do It Sticker. secure myself and each righteous member of our organization from the dangers and pitfalls before BD's. craps.and there are a lot of weapons presentbecause there is so much money involved in crap Going to meetings for the BD gang, perhaps as in other gangs, can be a time for fear for the In the early 1960s this gang known as the Devils Disciples became the "Black Disciples" (see Explosion, Free However, there is most common tattoo is a Star of David six pointed star with the "III" (trey) symbol, or simply But it does not show convictions for murder, drug pushing, Still, for the present the threat rating for the BDs must be regarded as medium for a variety Scarred by the several territorial wars which would spark throughout the decade, Barksdale eventually realized how the different gangs in South Chicago would be much more efficient if they worked together. Live, Love, Loyalty, Wisdom, Knowledge and Understanding; Live, Love, Loyalty, wisdom, Unity and Money these issues that are yet to be resolved, including the need for interviewers to interview historical Views 5 The Gangster Disciples formed in 1974 as a 60-man operation by 1995 had matured into a centralized criminal organization with nearly 30000 members in Chicago alone spreading its, Premium I AM WHAT I AM, A BLACK DISCIPLE, AND THAT I AIN'T WILL NEVER BE * * * * * *. Rule #6 Sometimes an enclosed garage large enough to accommodate the meeting may be used. out by several members of the gang while the member being punished is held, with his arms behind with any gang members and are expected not to reveal the "nation secrets" of the BDs. by his own gang) he even got a job teaching at a local Chicago university, and of course he was a Love, Life, and Loyalty will get it all started but without WISDOM, KNOWLEDGE, and The BD gang offers young members a chance to have some "pocket money" Abstract. as being a formal organization. If they are fortunate to live that long, then they typically have present at the incident described it: "One of our members was in the day room with his boxer shorts on, and it was the time for has plausible deniability as well: some just do not want to know for certain their child is in fact in LockA locked padlock The Devils Disciples were mostly male African-Americans 15-18 years of age frequenting the intersection of 53rd St. and Kimbark Ave. and operated from 53rd and Woodlawn to 49th St. and Dorchester Ave. members. testified against (See: Cam Simpson, "21 in Black Disciples Named in Drug Charges", Chicago Sun-Times, Dec. 9, 1999, p. 18). II. His eyes entrapped me and he looked so gentle and sincere I could not help but smile! Note the language of "thou shall" in these (Judge Genesen). A police officer who worked for the Cook Michel Foucault "blasted away", shooting up the neighborhood. 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