Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club of Central Maryland
The Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club of Central Maryland, is a member of the National Association of Buffalo Soldiers and Troopers Motorcycle Club. This club does not claim any area or territory and we ride our iron horses to honor the heroes of the 9th and 10th Horse Cavalries composed of African American Soldiers.
Our Moto
One Club, One Patch, One Mindset
Buffalo Soldier’s Creed
I’m a Buffalo Soldier, and as a Buffalo Soldier I will uphold the Standards and the Traditions set forth by my chapter and the National Association of Buffalo Soldiers and Troopers motorcycle clubs.
I’m proud of my colors and the rich history that they represent. I will wear my colors with pride and will do all within my power to educate the general public about the rich history of the 9th and 10th Cavalry Buffalo Soldiers.
I respect my colors and my Buffalo Soldier Sisters and Brothers. And when my riding days come to an end, I wish to be remembered as one who served with Dignity as a responsible biker and a proud BUFFALO SOLDIER.
Mission Statement
The National Association of Buffalo Soldiers & Troopers Motorcycle Club consists of 100+ chapters nationwide.
We are professional men and women dedicated to the sport of motorcycle riding.
The mission of the Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club Central Maryland is to educate the community about the rich history of the 9th and 10th Cavalry of Buffalo Soldiers who served in the U.S. Army from 1866-1944.
Our colors represent a long history and we wear them with pride and respect.
Our colors pay homage to African Americans of the 9th and 10th Cavalry who sacrificed their lives so that our country could be what it is today.
Our colors are a badge of courage, sacrifice and honor as are those who continue to serve.
We are committed to projecting a positive image of ourselves, as bikers, by always showing respect for each other and the community at-large.
A Brief History of the Buffalo Soldiers
Nearly sixteen months after the end of the Civil War, Section 3, of an act of Congress entitled “An Act to increase and fix the Military Peace Establishment of the United States” authorized the formation of two regiments of cavalry composed of “colored” men. The act was approved on July 28, 1866. On September 21, 1866, the 9th Cavalry Regiment was activated at Greenville, Louisiana and the 10th Cavalry Regiment was activated at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. Under the competent leadership of Colonels Edward Hatch and Benjamin Grierson, first Regimental Commanders of the 9th and 10th Cavalry Regiments, respectively, both organizations were trained and equipped to begin a long and proud history.
For over two decades, the 9th and 10th Cavalry Regiments conducted campaigns against American Indian tribes on the Western Frontier that extended from Montana in the Northwest to Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona in the Southwest. They engaged in several skirmishes against great Indian Chiefs such as Victorio, Geronimo, and Nana. “Buffalo Soldiers” was the nickname given by the Plains Indians. The reason for the name is uncertain, but one view is that the Indians saw a resemblance between the black man’s hair and that of a buffalo. Another view is that when a buffalo was wounded or cornered, it fought ferociously, displaying unusual stamina and courage. This was the same fighting spirit Indians saw in combat with black cavalrymen. Since Indians held the buffalo in such high regard, it was felt that the name was not given in contempt.
Throughout the 1800s, when not engaged in combat, both regiments built towns, military forts, constructed roads, escorted wagon trains, protected settlers from renegade Indians/Outlaws, and served as Park Rangers. Additionally, these men provided mail escort and assisted in cattle drives. Elements of both regiments fought in Cuba during the war with Spain and participated in the famous charge on San Juan Hill. Troopers of the 10th Cavalry Regiment rode with General John J. Pershing during the Punitive Expedition in Mexico in the search of Pancho Villa. In 1941, the two regiments formed the 10th Cavalry Brigade, commanded by General Benjamin O. Davis Sr. at Camp Funston, Kansas. In 1944, the end came to the horse cavalry regiments and the curtain was lowered on the long and glorious past of the “Buffalo Soldiers.”
The U.S. Army was one of the most impartial institutions of its day, and it attracted men whose ability and endurance was vital to the nation’s freedom as well as the settlement of the Western Frontier. The legacy of the “Buffalo Soldiers” lives on through stories told by veterans of this period (1866-1944) and historical reenactments provided by organizations such as the National Association of Buffalo Soldiers and Troopers Motorcycle Club (NABSTMC), Inc. and the National Buffalo Soldiers Museum.
Upcoming Events
Big things are coming!
Buffalo Soldiers BBQ/Jazz
Soldiers, we are hosting a Meet and Greet on Friday at the Chapter for any guest that are arriving on Friday and staying overnight.
Group Codes: BSA(Buffalo Soldiers BBQ/ Jazz)
Guests can call the hotel directly to book reservations with the code or you have the option of a personalized web link.
Guests can use the weblink to book reservations as well.
Buffalo Soldiers Fish Fry
Guests can call the hotel directly to book reservations with the code or you have the option of a personalized web link.
Guests can use the weblink to book reservations as well.