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Street Gangs: A Secret History

There are no upcoming airings within the next two weeks.

For nearly 400 years, street gangs have bullied their way across the American landscape. Fueled by immigration and the desire to live the American dream, street gangs have evolved from groups of petty criminals to ruthless multi-million-dollar drug cartels. We'll see how the need for a sense of belonging has driven many into the open arms of gangs.

Rating: TVPG L

Running Time: 120 minutes

Genre:Crime