Vietnam
Vets MC is an International Organization with members
in Europe, Canada and the United States. We have members
in all 50 states including Alaska and Hawaii.
Vietnam
Vets MC is made up of two compatible groups of former
US military men.
·
Those who served in the country of Vietnam and earned
the Vietnam Service ribbon.
·
Those who served honorably in the US military during
the Vietnam Era and earned the National Defense Ribbon.
Bonded
by history, and united by principles to form a proud and unique
Biker Brotherhood; The Vietnam Vets Motorcycle Club.
Vietnam Vets MC contributes our energy, time and resources to an
effort that will build a better future for all veterans and their
families.
Our first and primary mandate is to do everything within our powers
to bring our POW/MIA Brothers home and to insist that our Government
demands accountability for each and every one of those patriots.
The Vietnam Vets MC continues honor our sworn solemn oath to defend
and protect the Constitution of the United States against all enemies
both foreign and domestic; and our inalienable rights & freedoms,
which are the principles on which our country was founded.
At the same time we're reaching out to Vietnam Veterans with assistance,
by understanding their rights and benefits and help them wrestle
with the bureaucratic system that has organized to deny them.
The Vietnam Vets MC is an advocacy and activist organization for
veteran's rights, and related issues;
·
As Activist, we organize awareness events within our communities,
which help to illuminate the plight of often forgotten Veterans.
·
As Advocates, we attempt influence and educate our communities and
the media to the unique problems of Vietnam Veterans.
Our Brothers share more than just common military experiences; we
also share a strict set of codes, ethics and values.
We're not a criminal organization nor do we have any intention of
becoming one. However, we feel strongly about Government infringements
upon any citizen's personal liberties and civil rights.
We have not, nor do we intend to get involved with the private business
of other motorcycle clubs or their problems. We respect all Motorcycle
clubs who share our common codes and principles, along with the
freedom of the wind and the road.
"We
are the Brotherhood in the wind"
We returned from an unpopular war, scarred mentally and physically
to a besieged Nation. We served honorably when called upon, and
during a time when it was socially acceptable for our peers to burn
their draft cards or flee to Canada.
Wanting only justification and reasons for the death, destruction
and sacrifices that were made in South East Asia. Instead
of the absolution we sought; we were lied to by our Government,
demonized by the media and ostracized by our families, classmates,
veteran's groups and the public.
"We
went away as patriots,
returned treated like Outlaws"
Most Vietnam Veterans decided to blend back into society, by attempting
to hide their Vietnam Service. Others refused to hide, and many
of them became Bikers, and remained FREE MEN.
Becoming a member of The Vietnam Vets MC and our unique Brotherhood
takes a process. It starts which a few basics.
·
Verification of Veterans status (DD 214 & 215)
·
Own a Registered Motorcycle
These are only the initial requirements, to be considered by the
Vietnam Vets MC. A select group of Men that meet these standards
will be invited to hang around and participate as a guest in club
runs and events. After a reasonable time and if they share our common
interests, they'll progress to the prospecting stage.
The purpose of prospecting is to enable the Brothers and the prospective
member to get to know each other.
It ensures that they'll be shown what is required to wear the patch
and be called Brother. It also gives the Vietnam Vets MC Brothers
a chance to see if the prospective member will represent our Brotherhood
and Club with honor and Respect. As in every relationship, there
is a time of discovery. We're no different; to become a Brother
it takes time and effort and we only want the most dedicated Men.
The Vietnam Vets MC is a unique body of men; we all give 110% to
our Club and to our Brothers, as we have NO class system. Society's
distinctions, which are based on education, vocation or financial
status, have NO relevance to our Brotherhood. .
We weed out the “Prima-Donnas”, egos and assholes. We've
undertaken a very large task; and we're looking for a few good brothers,
not a lot miserable wannabes.
We pledge to always be there for our Brothers in need; regardless
if they're one of us, The Vietnam Vets MC & The Legacy Vets
MC or among one our associate Clubs.
If you’re interested in becoming a member of the Vietnam Vets
MC North Dakota and are willing to dedicate yourself to our cause,
our Club and most of all our Brotherhood. please E-mail Club at
"theshopbutch@bis.midco.net"
, and one of the Brothers .will get back to you ASAP
We're the kid
down the block, or the boy next door, the sons of liberty,
headed for war. Though some men enlisted and others were drafted,
We soon came to find we all had been shafted. Most of us hated
to leave home and fight, But we did what we felt was our duty
and right. We all didn't make it to South Vietnam, But at
least we were ready, cause we gave a damn.
While draft dodgers headed for north of the border, We all
kept on fighting for freedom and order. We saw lots of conflict,
bloodshed and tears, And carry it with us on down through
the years.
Some bro's weren't so lucky, they paid a high cost, they were
captured, killed or missing or lost. When we were finished
fighting, and returned to this great land, We were looked
upon as misfits, and felt we've all been damned. We had done
what our country asked and then were pushed aside, and something
deep inside of us went belly up and died.
You ask, just who we are right now, and what have we become?
We are a force of many men, who think and act as one. We're
a motorcycle brotherhood who's pride runs very deep, And all
we want is the freedom that we fought so hard to keep. We
want to live our lifestyles, without hassles from the "man",
and help our downed brothers, in any way we can.
The VIETNAM VETS MOTORCYCLE
CLUB USA a damn proud bunch of men, Who will protect our
freedoms, if it means to fight again.
