GAY LEATHER. 2 enamel pins TRIDENT INTERNATIONAL Toledo + Trident Michigan

Description

GAY LEATHER FRATERNITY.
two enamel metal pins
TRIDENT INTERNATIONAL Toledo club pin  +  Trident Michigan Friendship Pin
TRIDENT HISTORY:
Formation:
Founded in Montreal in February of 1973, Trident M.C., now International was the result of an idea by two non-club independents.
Purpose:
Its purpose was to give individuals identity and recognition in order to permit involvement in the local, national and international L/L (Levi/Leather) brother and sisterhood.
Identity:
Trident International was named and formed during the existence of a Montreal waterfront tavern, The Neptune. The name and logo resulted from the use of the three pronged fork carried by King Neptune, God of the Waters. The logo design stylized the fork and the emblem of the Province of Quebec, the 'Fleur-de-lis'. The basic colors of red and black were those most frequently used by large clubs and affiliations.
Chicago Chapter:
The first chapter of the Trident International ever to exist in the city of Chicago was founded by Rob Ridinger & John Schultz. John having been a member of Trident Toledo and after meeting Rob in December 1992, decided to establish a Trident chapter in Illinois. In keeping with the requirements for the starting of a new chapter, the first three members of Trident International Windy City were John Schultz, Rob Ridinger and Ed Luisi of the Rodeo Riders, an associate of Trident Toledo. The chapter was officially chartered in August 1993 and held its first bar night at Touché the same month.
Membership:
Although initially intended for just the two Montreal founders, membership was sought and extended to others of close association and friendship. These included members of L/L clubs, independents, and newcomers to the L/L scene. Membership is now open to anyone who is not a member of a back patch club, and wishes to be part of the Trident International. Associate memberships are offered to those who are already a Full Member of a back patch club; or wish to remain independent, but wish to affiliate with a Leather Brother/Sisterhood. Associate Membership is also how one must start their path towards Full Membership with Trident International Windy City. Members must agree to abide by the Trident Creed.
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