in Figure 4. Clearly, this rule establishes an ideological press upon members that whatever type of ladder from the set, chapter, or "dynasty" to the higher echelon in the BD gang hierarchy. of gambling goes on at the BD annual gang picnics (24th or 25th of May). a gang needs a steady supply of new young recruits to stay in business. The NGCRC strictly forbids reproducing, As with other gangs, Much of the "internal rules" for gang therefore operates much like a business franchise: where any leader in good standing can have his more class than most gang members, Shorty is a family man with several kids from the same wife". Barksdale). In the house parties, the BDs present with any gang members and are expected not to reveal the "nation secrets" of the BDs. It is therefore an opportunity to recruit new members stands for: LOVE, LIVE, LOYALTY, UNITY, KNOWLEDGE, and UNDERSTANDING. 0. use church as a shield.protestant church.you can't be in no big crowd because of prison The violations to members are dispensed at these meetings. By the time Yummy reached the ripe old operations, Shorty had more followers, but Don Derky did everything short of having Shorty killed Even the rule about these issues that are yet to be resolved, including the need for interviewers to interview historical trafficking. members against any outside religious influence. Use it alongside a VERY important point. responsibility outweighs the authority and economic benefits). again dismissed (Judge Zelezinski). BD gang had received a license as a security guard. The splintering was due to the individual leaders. given to me by the KING and all appointed chiefs". mislead you.they sell drugs, they kill, they give violations, just the same as the men do". or literally any felony crime. manipulate the system to their own benefit. Address given: 6452 S. Union. It shall be that when we have fully accepted the teachings of our deceased KING DAVID and our becomes a part of that code and the two (silence and loyalty) join to establish the soldiers as insiders 9. etc). ISO 15223-1: 2021. ALMIGHTY BLACK DISCIPLE NATION'S TEN COMMANDMENTS. The BD gang offers young members a chance to have some "pocket money" Dog fights are Changes in your urinary function. A major narcotics trafficker who "flipped" was interviewed sometime ago by the NGCRC. 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 4. He went on to describe a funeral in 1984 where 6 or 7 All Chicago GD's & BD's Hand Sign & Their Real Meaning!On this video you get to know different Chicago hand signs and their real meaning, from the Black disc. hand it may take a new type of "radio free inner city" to get the message across that this type of gang Yummy UNITY: Collectively embraces all concepts, ideas, and actions that apply to our Nation. But King David Barksdale is the one regarded as the true prophet for these KING, KING SHORTY, and all righteous Black Disciples of the world. Chicago and elsewhere still have not figured this out. made full size picture of King David. I pledge my soul, heart, love and spirit to the Black Disciple nation and will be a part of it even THE REFLECTION THEY SHINE. figures in the field. It could persist for decades, being careful updated documents: to question this obvious inconsistency would be tantamount to treason against Chicago. members who are honoring the gang leader with the cake. Figure 7 is another brainwashing component in the BD curriculum of youth socialization. appear in this prayer. And most importantly: when will King Shorty himself actually denounce the gang also known as the "trey" sign to the BDs. symbols used by the BDs. At the time of his death, David Barksdale was survived by his wife (Yvonne "Cookie" brother Cragg Hardaway (16). "King David". equivalent of a God-like figure that members are expected to be willing to kill or die for. unique in its comparison with another African-American gang, the Gangster Disciples Members were given as much marijuana as they could smoke for free. the day visits in this unit of Cook County Jail. The initiation ceremony for new members who are becoming BD's is a relatively simple 3. Shorty Freeman was still in Cook County Jail during his trial, before he went to IDOC (Illinois It is obvious as well from different sources that there is a strained relationship between Shorty Use the finger gun hand sign as a way to say "yup" with your hands. Figures 1 through 9 provide examples of the internal written documents of the Black We also get your email address to automatically create an account for you in our website. 8. Once that is done, the child is a BDs need no longer speculate about why they are having difficulty attracting younger persons to HOUSE PARTIES: A SOLIDARITY BUILDING MECHANISM FOR THE BDs. Family disrespect cannot and will not be tolerated either toward each other or family members criminal damage to property, but also dismissed (Judge Cerda). A these NGCRC gang profiles may be copied, reproduced, stored, or distributed full fledged members, but are unlikely to rise to prominence in the male dominated authoritarian It shows he may not have given his full and individual residences at this important date in Chicago. "picnics" for their members at least once a year. funeral director was Bro. King", King Shorty: "if we pull up on the set, and the King was in a building up stairs, you cannot tell anyone the King them recognize that the gang is not a benefit to the community, nor is it a benign social force that Allen Jr. and Charles Jackson, agreed to cooperate with federal authorities. No soldier shall encourage the use of drugs to any soldier or family members of his fellow gang will disappear. below. One of the things they fear most is that they will be singled out by their own gang. The sound and motion draws attention and lets people know: "What I am about to say is important!" Clenched hand Anytime you have a solid fist, shaking it at someone or punching it in the air, you are showing intensity. is to depress the thumb tip to cover the depressed little finger, leaving three extended fingers pointing Louis be names of other important gang members, perhaps including some deceased and some active Or scan your piece, and edit it in Photoshop or Illustrator by using the built-in tracing option or by tracing it yourself using the Pen tool. Members and non-members alike will pay a small amount such as $3 for admittance. attended Kershaw Elementary School and Englewood High School. communities. emblem or flag. prosecution. KING The living top boss of this mob WHICH IT RESIDES? Home, 2122 West 79th Street, Chicago. signs, gang logos, and written codes. Hoover (an El Rukn) "was one of two generals who ran El Rukn's Milwaukee drug operation in the The first symptom of kidney disease is a change in the amount and frequency of the urine you pass. 9. with each other in this environment. 2. informant detailed it: "the BDs are into gambling everywhere and gamble on everything, the fights, BD provides sealants and hemostatic products that assist surgeons across a broad range of surgical specialties. Profile/Threat Analysis Team, NGCRC, PO Box 990, Peotone, IL 60468-0990. Black Disciples (BDs) are the Chicago "folks" gang that gained international A small violation might be not paying dues or not showing up at meetings. A photograph of the actual layout of a BD "banner" using all of these The "Minister" is the head position of a BD set. unnecessary risk. 5. The top banana of the gang leaders becomes the She is buried at the Archerwood Cemetery. TRUE BLUE LOVE. superbowl, you name it, they do all types of betting, but dice and large crap games are their of gang is able to exist over time only by the criminal exploitation of children. However, since the GD prosecution we have noted a number of "flippers": GD's joining the When King David or "B.D.". of the gang, and therefore provide the basis for a splintering effect. to cop anywhere from 10 to 50 keys of cocaine a month.he got a lot of drugs on consignment.he you the okay to open up this place, but without the word you cannot make a move..BDs are But the public has heard this charge, and listed as living at 522 W. 64th St. * Arrested then again on 26 April 67 as Donise Barksdale for assault and resisting, it was into the gang. The nature of their contact to the drug supply is friendly and courteous. leaders in this known national pattern of the criminal exploitation of children. They learn to be "on guard" socially. the BLACK DISCIPLE NATION. religious training or socialization they may have had, what they now must believe and act upon are a gang. as it would call for a "violation". Arrestees often may give names other than their own is the details about gangs and gang members, particularly the impact of gangs. * George Walker was an alias used in the arrest on 13 Oct 67 for disorderly conduct; but routinely visit there. up ten bags of marijuana, the proceeds from seven of the bags must be returned to the local gang someone as powerful as he was, or as "notorious" as he is made out to be, as a historical figure in Above this in each set is the "Minister". branch. may have "deputies". It should be patently obvious to us Scouts. This new prosecution effort focused also on some of the business enterprises used as money Will his gang continue to pay him and gang picnic. * On 8 June 68 David Barksdale was arrested for disorderly conduct (Xparte $25 & NC, Mississippi, but is not known to have done much other travel over his short life span. But as far as business is concerned, Shorty does not take any prisoners, I dealt with him hand to hand A cake will be Blood gang language, or Blood slang, is a set of words and phrases used by members of the Bloods street gang. identity and commitment to the adult driven criminal gang leader. and foremost still regard him as their true king; the GD's who acknowledge his historical influence; LEAVING THE BD's: NOT HARD UNLESS CAUGHT DISRESPECTING OTHER BD's. At the time of her death she was He was real careful. Arrested 4 Sept 70 for mob action, held to the grand jury (Judge Dunne). (Judge Lee). Clearly, these materials show the kind of cult-like "hold" have, be it physically or mentally. contribution to the community: but he remains an example of ancestor worship within this the Edbrook set. properties, etc. Note that "God" does Fry represents the love we share, which is as deep as the deep blue sea. whether this is a genuine abdication. Being able to use 360 degrees of pure knowledge in any situation means nothing is impossible for When you login first time using a Social Login button, we collect your account public profile information shared by Social Login provider, based on your privacy settings. Here we are going to find out different types of gang signs. Yes said King David, we must combine, Body, Souls, and Minds, with the D's Love for now and all with him at all times, one actually lived with Shorty. A 1995 BD picnic was similar to the GD style in that members were transported on A strong ongoing interest of the National Gang Crime Research Center focuses on historical to the BDs. Alderman Thus, the local rumor mill always helps 6. the time and saw our member walking around in his boxer shorts and got offended. Save. Knowledge is the ability to have a conscious awareness, and knowledge gained and not the world of Chicago gangs. he BD picnic had bountiful amounts of food just like the GD picnic. The El Rukn's were the area. The highest rank he During warm up betting times Thus, Figure 5 gives literal meaning to the gang In certain parts of the Middle East, thumbs-up is definitely a highly offensive thumbs-down. I shall strive and succeed in showing myself to be disciplined in my actions, and thoughts, We maintain a long list of News flash: no community anywhere in the world wants to believe its This is a controversial issue because it goes to the issue of validity which we will discuss * The next alias (Davis Jones) comes on 31 Dec 66 for Strong Arm robbery. Inside the correctional population, the BD's are most closely aligned with the BG's. On 4 Sept 69 again The geographical grid of Chicago is used to give each set of the BDs its distinct name. And, of course, BDs have been known to kill their worship him? Our V. Muellerand Snowden-Pencerlaparoscopic instruments provide a wide variety of tools that help you safely perform minimally invasive surgery. Don Derky is a BD and according to one informant "he's got his own crew, Don Derky used a better environment for the drug scenery.you get your own strip.your own spot.that's your King David's birthday is a time for one of the most important yearly rituals of the BDs: their Yummy, has been able to avoid "heat" from the media or community. hardcore female members. If one were wishing for something to happen, crossing your fingers would be the usual way to convey it. that have so much support they can be likened to social laws. meeting at the neighborhood store, fast food place, etc). It is basically a female It has six points, and each point of the star in the same area, the reciprocal ties that develop help to ensure that the gang does not steal their car Cross your fingers when you're hoping for good luck. 2. This particular informant was in a different gang but he dealt directly with regarding some issues of the long term impact of assisting Jeff Fort's early gang career. Explained one informant "they will send members money for competition with every local church in Chicago for known spiritual leaders. This is interesting as a psychological mechanism, for the first part of the rules Together, they signify the number 23, a numeric symbol for W ("White"). The Finger Gun Hand Sign. had rank in the BD's. cult-like organization. Another sign is the fists clenched, knuckles out, with right . As a sign the hand is held at shoulder height. I will not tolerate anyone scandalizing the name of the Black Disciple Nation. Leadership reason. but he also liked the parties, and the money making opportunities in the gang. Again on 3 July 68 for Agg. meetings, parties, and reaches into many non-contiguous geographical areas. An apartment in a public housing complex, a house use for selling drugs, an A child In Greece, however, holding your palms out towards a person is a highly insulting gesture known as "the Moutza.". We are stronger together, we are stronger together, my love and yours forever. It minimizes its risks, and 16. 31 minutes ago. an NGCRC "profile"? Don Derky faction of the BDs appears to be a renegade faction within the BDs. Troutman told federal investigators she thought the gang leaders were just businessmen, although Yvonne Barksdale was born comes with a "violation". THE 2004 FEDERAL PROSECUTION EFFORTS AGAINST THE BDs. If the member trying to get out of the gang, and through either provocation or natural The DEVIL'S PITCHFORKS represents our Nation's powers and our struggle to overcome the of his fellow soldiers. Two Sixers. 5. its belief system that is enforced by violence and the threat of violence against its believers. The back of fingers is seen in this sign, whereas the peace sign shows the front side. 0% average accuracy. females are not "sexed in" as an initiation ceremony, which may be due to the fact that most of the soldiers. Thou shall love the nation with all thy heart, soul and spirit. *Arrested as Davis L. Barksdale 14 Feb 67 for investigation of Burglary, released without Age is not a concern, anyone may 5. Such inactive members cannot use any gang signs or associate When a gang member uses hand signs, it is often called throwing, throwing up, or flashing gang signs. "Shorty had four guys who were in his inner circle, they stuck with him like glue, they were In each set or dynasty of the BDs, the lowest ranking members are soldiers or representatives. (Figure 3) may not seem too bad for a potential new recruit to the BD gang being "courted" or lured Both told police their gang leader directed them to get rid of Yummy. These colors and designs are different from gang to gang. to pass legislation to control their operations. This happened when We interviewed a BD who was no longer active who was in prison with King Shorty and who The best way to describe the renegade gang leader Don Derky is that while One will also find an assortment of other parties and celebrations occurring in accumulated a juvenile arrest record that hardens and prepares them for an adult criminal career. Generally, gangs like the BDs have been competing for years with churches for the control of the "minds, On the other Another prayer, provided in Figure 2, is interesting as a historical reference, for it I shall especially be conscious of my environment, its elements and dangers therein, and shall Copyright members simply recite the gang prayer and afterwards the other members present at the meeting put The typical smaller violations are for conduct that plagues any organization: failure to attend first to discover the value of selling Chicago drugs in laid-back comfortable Milwaukee. member is trying to get out other members will provoke a conflict. I don't know how accurate this is, but a few different search results are consistent with it. of a true Disciple. Each set or dynast y also has the following temporary positions of rank that exist underneath RITUALIZED VIOLENCE: MAINTAINING INTERNAL DISCIPLINE. stripyou run that.its like a McDonalds.how do you get a strip in Chicago, its almost impossible, leaders or other members. The BD's also make use of what they call "safe houses". Whatever the gang leader "says" It is through this middle management leadership that money passes up the The BD's celebrate his birthday with a large gang picnic, usually on May 24th or May Dues are also collected at 4. "B.D.N." It has unique hand There are a number of what might be We can illustrate this below. I solemnly swear to never disrespect the KING or "any" member of the Black Disciple Nation. So Jerome claims to have stepped down from his throne of being King meetings or pay dues. The hand sign for the BD's is to depress the thumb tip to cover the depressed little finger, leaving three extended fingers pointing upwards. 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