The Gangster Disciple Nation (often abbreviated as the GD's; formally, GDN), also known as Growth & Development, is an African American street and prison gang founded by former rivals David Barksdale and Larry Hoover; in 1968, the two came together to form the Black Gangster Disciple Nation (BGDN).

The Gangster Disciples are primarily an African American street gang founded by Larry Hoover in South Side, Chicago, Illinois in 1968.

The Black Gangster Disciples (GD) were formed in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood in the 1960's. The organization has traditionally portrayed itself to the public as a legitimate yet aggressive agent of social and political reform.

From the rough parts of Hyde Park to the impoverished and blighted community of Englewood Gangsters and Disciples were born and would evolve to show the world true power in numbers and organization.

Larry Hoover Sr (born November 30, 1950) [3][2][6] is a former American gangster and street gang kingpin. He is the founder of the Chicago street gang, the Gangster Disciples. Hoover is currently serving six life sentences at the ADX Florence prison …

This article provides an overview of the Chicago-based Gangster Disciples (GD) criminal gang, which has a history of criminal activity that makes it one of the most powerful and dangerous gangs in the Nation.

2016年5月4日 · The Gangster Disciples is a dangerous gang founded in the 1970's in Chicago, Illinois. Here's an explanation of the extensive coordination and organization of the infamous gang.

The Gangster Disciples are a predominantly African-American street and prison gang founded in Chicago, Illinois in 1969 by Larry Hoover and David Barksdale. The two rival gangsters united to form the Black Gangster Disciple Nation.

The Gangster Disciples are an American street and prison gang. They were formed on the South Side of Chicago. [1] . The gang was established in 1968. Almost all the members of the gang are African Americans. The predominant symbol of this gang is the six-pointed Star of David. [2] .

2025年2月5日 · The Gangster Disciples is one of the largest and most well-known street gangs in the United States. Originating in Chicago, the GD gang has expanded nationwide. The Gangster Disciples are active in over 100 American cities in 31 U.S. states, mainly in the Midwestern and Southern United States.