History Channel - Marked Season One (2010) Part 1 The Devils Cage

Marked: Season One From prison and street gang marks to U.S. military tattoos, Marked unravels the meanings behind these secret symbols. Travel to some of the most menacing places in the world for an inside look at modern-day societies whose ultimate symbols of acceptance are tattoos earned through unique rites of passage. From outlaw bikers to hardcore prison gangs, HISTORY™ uncovers the culture and customs of these fringe societies, delving into the minds of its members as they explain what the mysterious ink decorating their bodies means on the streets, inside prisons and to them personally. Tattoo artists and cultural experts explain the technique and history behind these “marks” and the groups they adorn, putting the experiences of the main characters into perspective and detailing a world in which initiation rites, turf wars and the fierce pride of belonging to an outlaw family are all part of the territory. From prison and street gang marks to U.S. military tattoos, Marked unravels the meanings behind these secret symbols.

Part 1: The Devils Cage In prison, tattoos represent self-identification and belonging. To those who have them, they represent the rejection of straight society and membership in the outlaw class. Marked goes deep into the culture of prison tattoos, discovering how these illegal marks are secretly created behind bars, and decoding the meaning of the strange symbols that cover many prisoners' bodies. We explore the secrets behind the marks through the experiences of current and former prisoners, and examine the bloody ways that these initiation marks are earned.

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