8a Folk & People

8 CLOSER LOOK AT GANGS

Folk Nation and People Nation

8.a

These are two rival gang groups and are very separate.

Originated in the 1970s
Began in the Illinois State Prison
Created as a means of protection
Smaller gangs forced to join alliances to maintain protection
Gang members that were released used same alliances on the street
Folk and People Nation Alliances have influenced gangs all across America, especially through symbolism

Is an alliance of Chicago based gangs
Multiple Sets are Nationwide
Represent by using the Six Pointed star (sometimes 8 pointed star), and Pitchforks
6 Points stand for – Love, Life, Loyalty, Wisdom, Knowledge, Understanding
They represent using the right side (Hat tip to right or bandanas on the right side)
Black Gangster Disciples, Simon City Royals, Maniac Latin Disciples, Insane Gangster Disciples
Some Crip sets will affiliate with Folk Nation
Flag to the right
Numbers associate with Folk - 3 and 6
All is One
Symbols – Pitchfork, Sword, Devils Horns, Devils Tail, Playboy Bunny w/Ears Bent, Heart
COLORS: Black, Blue

Affiliation of Chicago based gangs against Folk Nation and affiliated with the Black P Stone Nation
Identify with a 5 Pointed star
Sets Nationwide
Gangs include the Latin Kings, Vice Lords, some Blood sets ally with People Nation when in Jail
They represent to the left - Flag to the left
Number associate with People Nation - 5
5 Principles – Love, Sacrifice, Respect, Honor, Obedience
All is Well
Symbols – Pyramid, Crescent Moon, Champagne Glass, Sun, Playboy Bunny w/Ears Up, Circle – 360 Degrees, Top Hat, Staff
COLORS: Gold, Black, Red