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The American Thompson Association (TATA) is an active group of Thompson collectors, dedicated to promoting knowledge of the history of the Thompson Submachine Gun. The current leadership of TATA is as follows: (Elected August 2019) President: Roger Herbst, board name TSMG28 VP: Frank Smith Secretary: Thomas Hill Treasurer: Phil Askew, a member of this board under the same name Directors: Mike Wank, David Albert, (Others not yet listed) Business Manager: Tracie Hill Past Presidents: Tracie Hill (2006-2008), David Albert (dalbert) (2008-2010), Tom Davis (TD.) (2010-2013), Chuck Schauer (gijive) (2013-2016), Ron Brock (2016-2019) For membership information please contact: Tracie HillP.O. Box 8710Newark, OH. 43058-8710 Annual membership dues: $40 Membership dues include a quarterly newsletter, and eligibility to participate in club organized events, such as the annual All Thompson Show and Shoot, sponsored by the Hill family. This event takes place in Newark, Ohio, usually during the 3rd or 4th weekend (Friday and Saturday) in July. The 25th annual All Thompson Show and Shoot was held July 22-23, 2016. The event starts on Friday, and includes member displays, a new member session, a lecture and/or show and tell session, annual Board of Directors meeting, followed by a range safety meeting for the shoot on Saturday. Saturday events include a Thompson target shooting competition at ranges from 50 yards, down to 7 yards, as well as a steel shoot, where two shooters engage an arrangement of 5 steel pepper poppers each in a two of three elimination match, bracketed down to a final match winner. A free shoot is also featured, followed by a banquet Saturday evening, and a final couple of hours at the Thompson member display site. TATA often participates in collector displays at the NRA Annual Meetings and Exhibits, which are held in cities around the country each spring. TATA has won the NRA "Best Display" trophy for its displays 6 times since 2006, and its displays are consistently the top draw among the collector displays presented to the many tens of thousands of attendees. TATA has also displayed multiple times at the Michigan Antique Arms Association, and the Ohio Gun Collectors Association, and key elements of TATA displays have been featured at meetings of the American Society of Arms Collectors (ASAC) by TATA members who are also members of ASAC.

Gents, This is my thought only and have not asked permission to post this but.... In years past itI was very easy to let folks shoot each others guns etc, but this year with ammo and reloading supplies in the bizarre category, I highly recommend folks bring EXTRA factory, non steel cased ammo if you intend to shoot someone else's guns. I would also encourage you to bring not only 45 ACP, but also 9mm as well at a minimum. There will usually be other guns there to shoot but it would be nice when asking to shoot someone's gun, that you have a box of ammo in your hand ready to go. I'm sure some folks like COLT Chopper probably disagree and he will provide you with all the ammo you want to shoot!! Semper Fi, Sandman1957

I'm confused about the American Thompson Association's website. When I search for it on Google, I see the page at http://www.nfatoys.com/tsmg/tata/Default.htm. It's certainly talking about the right organization, but it doesn't seem to have had an update since 2013. I can see on this board that the organization is certainly still active. Does it have a web presence somewhere else? Thanks in advance for any info! Bob Bethune Pinckney, MI

Greetings fellow Thompson enthusiasts: I am posting information and the application for the 25th Annual All Thompson Show and Shoot to be held July 22 and 23rd, 2016 in Granville, Ohio. Tracie Hill and his family graciously sponsor this annual event where you will see some the nicest Thompson Submachine Gun collections in the United States. This is the 25th year that the Hill's have hosted this event. If you are a Thompson enthusiast and don't even own a gun you are welcome to attend. Even if your membership has lapsed or you aren't currently a member of The American Thompson Association you can fill out the attached registration form and add a line stating "New TATA Membership Dues" ($40.00) and send the completed form to Tracie Hill at the address shown in the application. I would encourage all members of this board, new and old, to attend the 25th Anniversary Show and Shoot and display their collections. Novice Thompson collectors will discover a wealth of information about the Thompson Submachine Gun and will enjoy meeting other members that share their fascination with the most recognizable firearm ever developed. The Saturday morning shoot is a great time as well as the fast and furious "Steel Plate" competition that always draws a lot of excellent shooters. There is also a "free shoot" on Saturday afternoon where members are always willing to allow others without a Thompson to shoot one for the first time. It is a great weekend to share "Thompson talk" with fellow enthusiasts and you will meet several of the authors of the respected and informative Thompson books that have been published in the past few years. Please complete the attached form to reserve your spot at The American Thompson Association 25th Annual Show and Shoot this July, you won't regret it. It is important that the Hills get a count for food and beverages and tables for displays. If you are even thinking about going please get your reservation in ASAP. Sincerely, Chuck Schauer President 2016 TATA Show and Shoot Information & Schedule.pdf

http://i414.photobucket.com/albums/pp227/Colt1928/TATA%20Images/fd48561f-7683-402b-bd01-7753604e63a2.jpg All, I hope that you will be able to join The American Thompson Association at the NRA Annual Meetings and Exhibits, April 10, 11 and 12, 2015 in Nashville, Tennessee at the Music City Center. The American Thompson Association will be sponsoring an exciting exhibit that will undoubtedly be one of the highlights of the NRA Show. Volunteers from the membership will be needed to assist in the setup and breakdown of the exhibit, as well as provide manpower to greet the public and answer questions about the exhibit over the weekend. The initial setup will begin on April 8, 2015. As you are aware, The American Thompson Association is well known for creating visual displays that have won many awards at the NRA Shows over the years. This is primarily due to the hard work by the club founder, Tracie Hill, who puts a lot of time and effort into creating these displays. The membership of the club has also been an integral part of these displays by providing manpower to greet the public and answer any questions about the exhibit during the NRA Shows. This years theme is Colt Machine Guns and promises to be an exciting display. Please contact me by email (cschauer@clpes.com) or phone (708-752-0527) if you can volunteer for a day or two or for the entire weekend to assist in setup or to volunteer to man the exhibit during the convention weekend. We need your help to continue the excellent track record The American Thompson Association has been able to establish at the NRA conventions, by providing award-winning displays that help promote our hobby to the public. If you can attend the NRA Show please contact me and let me know what days you will be available to volunteer to assist so I can began a list and schedule people. The American Thompson Association will secure a block of rooms when a convenient hotel is decided upon. Thanks for your support of the American Thompson Association and the NRA. Sincerely, Chuck Schauer President The American Thompson Association http://i414.photobucket.com/albums/pp227/Colt1928/2015_main-header.jpg

http://i414.photobucket.com/albums/pp227/Colt1928/TATA%20Images/fd48561f-7683-402b-bd01-7753604e63a2.jpg All, I am pleased to announce the dates for the 2015 All Thompson Show and Shoot to be held in Granville, Ohio on July 24 & 25, 2015. Please fill out the attached form so we can get an estimated number of attendees for planning purposes. If you are just even thinking about attending please complete the form and send it to Tracie Hill at the below address. If any of the Thompson Board members are interested in attending, please get your reservation into Tracie Hill as soon as possible. I would encourage any new Thompson owners or enthusiasts to consider attending. You will see some of the finest and rarest Thompson in any collection anywhere and it is a great place to learn about the Thompson if you are new to all things Thompson. The link for the application is below: http://www.nfatoys.com/tsmg/tata/show_and_shoot/page00001.htm The link has last year’s dates on the first page, but simply print out the 2nd, 3rd and 4th pages with the application and reservation information and mail you reservation to: Tracie Hill P.O. Box 8710 Newark, OH. 43058-8710 Remember; please consider getting your reservations in ASAP for one great weekend of Thompson collecting fun and excitement. If anyone need further information please feel free to contact me on the Board PM or post your question in this thread. Nearby hotel information is also included on the form. Thanks for your support of the American Thompson Association. Sincerely, Chuck Schauer President The American Thompson Association All Thompson Show and Shoot 2015 Application.pdf

http://i414.photobucket.com/albums/pp227/Colt1928/TATA%20Images/TATALogocopy.jpg All, I hope that you will be able to join The American Thompson Association at the NRA Annual Meetings and Exhibits, April 25, 26 and 27, 2014 in Indianapolis, IN. The American Thompson Association will be sponsoring an exciting exhibit that will undoubtedly be one of the highlights of the NRA Show. Volunteers from the membership will be needed to assist in the setup and breakdown of the exhibit, as well as provide manpower to greet the public and answer questions about the exhibit over the weekend. The initial setup will begin on the 23rd and 24th of April, 2014. As you are aware, The American Thompson Association is well known for creating visual displays that have won many awards at the NRA Shows over the years. This is primarily due to the hard work by the club founder, Tracie Hill, who puts a lot of time and effort into creating these displays. The membership of the club has also been an integral part of these displays by providing manpower to greet the public and answer any questions about the exhibit during the NRA Show. This years theme is Machine Guns of World War I and promises to be one of the most ambitious displays provided by The American Thompson Association yet. Many rare guns will be displayed from the collection of Robert Segal, Editor of Small Arms Review. The American Thompson Association has secured a block of rooms at the following hotel near the convention area: Courtyard by Marriott 4650 Southport Crossing Dr. Indianapolis,IN (317) 885-9799 Please contact me on this Board by Private Message if you can volunteer for a day or two or for the entire weekend to assist in setup or to volunteer to man the exhibit during the convention weekend. We need your help to continue the excellent track record The American Thompson Association has been able to establish at the NRA conventions, by providing award winning displays that help promote our hobby to the public. If you can attend the NRA Show please make your reservations early and let me know what days you will be available to volunteer to assist so I can began a list and schedule people. Thanks for your support of the American Thompson Association and the NRA. Sincerely, Chuck Schauer President The American Thompson Association http://i414.photobucket.com/albums/pp227/Colt1928/TATA%20Images/2014NRAINDYcopy.jpg