Happy Birthday, NRA! Founded on Nov. 17, 1871, the NRA has been the worldwide leader in firearm education and training. If you have ever wondered—or have been asked—how and why the NRA was formed, this video from NRA All Access is an excellent primer, taking you back to its Civil War roots up to its current 5 million+ strong membership base.





NRA All-Access Video: Origins of the NRA
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