Protecting And Serving The Men And Women Who Protect And Serve Dallas The DPA was formed in 1959 by a small group of courageous officers, who recognized the need for Dallas' officers to have a voice and representation in issues that affected them. Threatened with discipline and retribution, these officers persevered and laid the foundation upon which the Association was built.   Officers George Tennison and Paul Bentley pose in front of their Paddy Wagon (Circa 1947)”