Ford Maravilla gang, often known as Maravilla birthed in the late 1950's and early 1960's, Ford Maravilla is apart of shelfs of 19 different sets who claim the Maravilla name, Ford Maravilla known for their history in East Los Angeles would be involved in various conflicts which include notable rivalry with a prison gang (La Eme) . Ford Maravilla would be involved in street activities and have many significant presence in the Latino community. Over the years Maravilla became more involved in various criminal activities such as drug trafficking robbery, and gained notoriety for it's violent rivalries with other gangs in the region. The gang's history is marked by their resistance to La Eme's prison co-governance and their experiences and violence victimization. With significant parcitipation of gang culture in East Los Angeles their history is documented in various stduies and books of their impact on the community and it's people.