NATIONAL ORGANIZATION
NABSTMC
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BUFFALO SOLDIERS & TROOPERS MOTORCYCLE CLUB
The world's largest African American motorcycle club — founded to honor the legacy of the 9th and 10th Cavalry Buffalo Soldiers through community service, education, and the brotherhood of the road.
THE FOUNDING
Kenneth "Dream Maker" Thomas
Kenneth "Dream Maker" Thomas founded the Buffalo Soldiers & Troopers Motorcycle Club of Chicago in October of 1993. His desire was to establish a modern and progressive motorcycle club whose focus was to promote a positive image among African Americans that would be respected in the community and across the country.
The name Buffalo Soldiers was initially selected to pay homage to and ensure the legacy of African American military contributions in the post Civil War era. Under the leadership of Kenneth Thomas, the new club was chartered as the Buffalo Troopers Motorcycle Club of Chicago. Membership grew to ninety-two (92) during that first year, making it the largest African American motorcycle club in Chicago.
The NABSTMC was formally formed in 1999 with the Chicago Chapter recognized as the mother chapter of the organization, and Kenneth "Dream Maker" Thomas as its first National President.
1993
YEAR FOUNDED
110+
CHAPTERS NATIONWIDE
1866–1944
BUFFALO SOLDIERS ERA
3
COUNTRIES REPRESENTED
GROWTH & MISSION
A National Movement
The club has grown to over 110 chapters nationwide, including Hawaii, as well as internationally in Germany and South Korea. Each chapter proudly serves in their respective communities to display goodwill as we ride our motorcycles — which we refer to as our "iron horses."
We have the common mission to educate on the rich history of the 9th and 10th Cavalry of the Buffalo Soldiers who served in the U.S. Army from 1866 to 1944.
The NABSTMC is a private not-for-profit organization that provides donations to local and national tax-exempt charities whose mission is harmonious with the NABSTMC. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, political or religious affiliation, nor do we claim any territory.
Honor
Honoring the legacy of the 9th and 10th Cavalry Buffalo Soldiers who served with distinction.
Community
Serving our communities with goodwill, charity, and a commitment to positive change.
Education
Educating the public on the rich history of the Buffalo Soldiers and their contributions.
Unity
One Club, One Patch, One Mindset — united across 110+ chapters in 3 countries.
IN HIS OWN WORDS
Hear the History of NABSTMC
Hear the history of NABSTMC in Dream Maker's own words — including the origin of "One Club, One Patch, One Mindset."
HONORING THE LEGACY
Buffalo Soldier Monuments Across the Country
From Texas to New York, monuments and museums across America preserve and celebrate the extraordinary service of the Buffalo Soldiers.
National Buffalo Soldiers Museum
Houston, TX
Buffalo Soldiers Monument
Ft. Leavenworth, KS
10th Cavalry Buffalo Soldiers Memorial
Huntsville, AL
Cathay Williams Monument
Ft. Leavenworth, KS
Buffalo Soldier Memorial
Junction City, KS
West Point Buffalo Soldiers Monument
West Point, NY
Buffalo Soldiers Encampment Historical Marker
Lakeland, FL
Buffalo Soldier Memorial of El Paso
El Paso, TX
Buffalo Soldiers Community Memorial
Colorado Springs, CO
Fort Huachuca Museum & Annex
Sierra Vista, AZ
Join the Shreveport Chapter
Become part of the NABSTMC Shreveport family — ride with purpose, serve your community, and honor the legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers.