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Crips and Bloods: Made in America

Season 10 Episode 23 | 1hr 26m 51s

It’s a civil war that’s lasted 40 years. Passed down from son to son. Fought eye for an eye. More than 15,000 dead and counting, while the world stands by. Welcome to South Central Los Angeles.

Aired: 05/11/09 | Expires: 08/09/17
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