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SPETSNAZ LE MC is the first Russian-American law enforcement motorcycle club, consisting of Russian-American current and retired police officers, first responders, military professionals and like-minded individuals. SPETSNAZ LE MC was formed in 2015 by former Russian immigrants, currently residing in Florida, US. The reason to unite was their shared love for the American freedom and motorcycling, combined with a desire to help the families of the fallen police officers.

Origins of the Club
All of the founders of the club used to serve in police or military agencies in both Russia and the US. Some of them are long-retired, while others maintain an active status as police officers in the US. After years of actively interacting with both American and Russian bikers and all the while nursing the idea of forming their own club, the five friends finally established the SPETSNAZ LE MC club, becoming its founding fathers.

Activity
The mission of SPETSNAZ LE MC as a family-oriented club is to provide support for all law enforcement officers and their families. The club, registered as a nonprofit organization, is involved in a number of charity activities with the proceeds going to the families of fallen officers and others in need.

The club members ride Harley Davidson, Indian, and other brand motorcycles.

The club’s activity is strongly opposed to that of the so-called “one-percenter” (outlaw) motorcycle clubs.

The Meaning of the Name
“Spetsnaz” is the name for the Russian special military and police task forces trained to participate in special operations. With their highest level of professional, moral, psychological, ideological, physical and combat training they are the elite of all law enforcement agencies. The club aspires to be the best among the comrade clubs, to be a pillar of support for its members’ families, to support the people who think along the same lines and to protect the interests of those who need protection. The name “Spetsnaz”, its members claim, stands for the high standards that they set for themselves.

President
Founder and President of the club is German Bickbau a.k.a. Taran. He is a graduate of Kazan Aviation Institute (Kazan) and Russian State University of Oil and Gas (Moscow).

After moving to Florida he was, among other things, the editor of "Russian South", the first Russian-language magazine in Florida. Не also became the first Russian to become a Sheriff in Florida, spending over fifteen years serving and protecting the citizens of Broward County, Florida, as a Broward Sheriff’s Office Road Patrol Deputy and Detective.

Notably, he is the first Russian to receive the "Medal of Valor", "Medal of Honor" and "Silver Cross" police awards.

Insignia and Colors
Following the tradition of all motorcycle clubs, SPETSNAZ has its specific insignia and color scheme. The interpretation goes as follows:

The Shield and the Sword symbolize the readiness to protect those who cannot protect themselves, to help in word and in deed.

The Double-Headed Eagle is one of the two Russian national symbols, and the founders are of Russian origin.

The American and Russian flags stand for the friendly relations between the two countries.

The Thin Blue Line Ribbon shows the relation to law enforcement agencies.

Florida: the club is located in Miami, Florida.

LE MC: Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club.