There are two different version of how the famous motorcycle group the Hell's Angels came to be formed. It is believed by many the group was formed in 1948, and it was a collection of malcontents and misfits from a number of different motorcycle clubs in the Fontana, California area. The name had previously been used by flying squadrons in World War I & World War II. During this time, the squads were usually given fierce names and insignia to intimidate those who they were fighting against.
However, there is a lot of confusion over when the name began being used by biker groups. One reason for this is that there were a number of different groups who went under the name of the Hell's Angels that appeared to have been founded shortly after the end of the war. In 1955 in San Francisco, the group was apparently consolidated into the massively large organization it has become today. There were thirteen charter clubs who merged into the Hell's Angels. It was also during this time that the flying skull logo became associated with the group. However, in the sixty years that the group has been around, this logo has changed into different forms of expression. There are a number of various stickers and motorcycle patches with the Hell's Angels logo on them, but do not use them for anything other than collecting unless you're a member.
Over the years, the Hell's Angels have become known in the public eye as a group of malcontents and rebels. This is reflected in their motto: 'When we do right, nobody remembers. When we do wrong, nobody forgets'. However, despite what some people may believe about them, most simply want to enjoy riding.
