In the late 60s and early 70’s , hundreds of New York street families created their own codes, hierarchies, and traditions. In that gang culture rose its own visual codes. Jackets, patches, and murals displayed each club’s name and emblem, declaring presence and pride. This creative instinct foreshadowed what would become graffiti writing. Early on, both subcultures shared the same streets, but they followed different paths. Gang graffiti marked territory. Style graffiti marked identity. Popmast