Originally, Ken "Dream Maker" Thomas founded the Buffalo Troopers Motorcycle Club of Chicago (National Mother Chapter), in October 1994. The organization evolved from the Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club of Chicago, which “Dream Maker” founded in October of 1993. He believed it was time to establish a modern progressive motorcycle club whose focus is to promote a positive image among African Americans that would be respected in the community and throughout the country. The name Buffalo Soldiers was initially selected to pay homage to and ensure the legacy of the African American soldiers contributions in the post Civil War era. That legacy would be carried forth by our membership. The New club was chartered as the Buffalo Troopers Motorcycle Club of Chicago for the 9th & 10th Horse Calvary Troops "Buffalo Soldiers".

The Buffalo Soldiers M/C popularity grew as members attended the national roundups and rallies held in various cities throughout the country. In 1999, the National Association of Buffalo Soldiers/Troopers Motorcycle Clubs (NABS/TMC) was formed. As of today the NABS/TMC consists of seventy-six (76) chapters in thirty-three (33) states and two (2) countries.  Our National web site lists the various chapters belonging to our National Organization at www.buffalosoldiersnational.com.