Synopsis: 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, taking the viewer into the minds of its members as they explain what the mysterious ink decorating their bodies means on the street, 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: THE COMPLETE SEASON ONE unravels the meanings behind these secret symbols on 2 DVDs.

DISC 1: The Devil s Cage / Death Ride / Barrio of Blood

DISC 2: Pure Evil / The Kill Zone / Death of the Yakuza

Review: Count on the History Channel for in-depth documentaries on almost everything, but an entire series on the history of the tattoo?  Way to be not only culturally relevant, but terribly interesting and obscure.  I LOVE it!

Marked is a fantastic series that delves into the history and cultural significance of tattoos.  Everything from gang and prison tats to ancient civilization.  You might think its odd to cater to what used to be an underground subculture, but today so many young people have tattoos thats its a relevant part of daily life for a good portion of our culture.

Bottom line..the series is fantastic and informative.

Rating: The History Channel, History of Tattoos, Documentary Programming