Biography

W8GTZ is the call sign of the Motor City Radio Club's, Alex j Doran memorial station. Alex Doran was the MCRC's first President and held that office from 1932 thru 1934

The MOTOR CITY RADIO CLUB was founded in 1932 by local amateur radio operators and has about 120 members from the metro area. The club is affiliated with the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) and was named an ARRL Special Service Club because of its emergency preparedness program, its participation in the Amateur Radio Emergency Service, as well as its technical education classes, community involvement, new amateur radio recruitment, and training. Motor City Radio Club provides top-notch special events, breakfasts, fox hunts and exams. Along with great community support and participation - a combination that can't be beat! Through the club's commitment, experience, and expertise, the Motor City Radio Club (MCRC) has established a community relationship that will last a lifetime!

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