The History of Italian Feuds, Vendettas & Gangs
What is a vendetta?
A feud, or vendetta, is an extended argument between two groups of people, usually started as the result of an insult, violence, or even murder.
The word “Vendetta” is Italian, and originates from the Latin word-
"Vindicta"
meaning vengeance.
Someone would avenge a family member’s death by killing either those responsible, or their relatives. The responsibility to maintain the vendetta usually falls on the closest male relative to whoever has been killed, and could extend to other relatives. (Eye for an eye)