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Willie Lloyd, known as "King of Kings," was a prominent and charismatic figure whose life was deeply intertwined with the rise of the Vice Lords in Chicago. His story is one of a turbulent journey through a life of crime, prison, and a dramatic, albeit tragic, attempt at change. ### Rise to Power Willie Lloyd became a member of the Vice Lords in the 1960s, quickly rising to the position of leader of a faction known as the Unknown Vice Lords. He distinguished himself through his leadership and influence, eventually declaring himself the leader of the entire Vice Lord Nation. His authority was so strong that he was able to maintain control and leadership even while incarcerated. During one of his lengthy prison stays, he authored "The Amalgamated Order of Lordism," a manifesto that laid out the gang's command structure and principles, further cementing his power on the street and in the prison system. ### A Public Figure After a parole in 1992, Lloyd made a splashy return to the streets, being picked up from prison by an entourage of gang members in a convoy of limousines. He was often seen wearing expensive furs and was a frequent subject of media attention. This period was marked by intense gang conflicts as he fought to reassert his control, which included a gang war over leadership of the Vice Lords. However, this high-profile status also made him a constant target for both rival gangs and law enforcement. He was arrested multiple times on weapons charges and spent much of the 1990s in and out of prison. ### The Fall and Later Life By the early 2000s, Lloyd publicly stated he had left the gang lifestyle. He began to work as a community activist and gang mediator, even giving a controversial guest lecture at DePaul University. However, his past continued to follow him. This coin is dedicated to him for trying to become better & be better