“Tag: History”

Within the pantheon of American heroes, two gentlemen with deep ties to both the U.S. Marine Corps and the NRA stand out.

The NRA was founded 150 years ago "To Promote And Encourage Rifle Shooting On A Scientific Basis."

In this article, we take a look at some of the history and distinguishing features found on Marine Corps Model 1903 rifles, along with one Marine's connection with a specific rifle.

In this article, we take a look at the developmental history and performance of the .338 Winchester Magnum cartridge.

This excerpt from "The Ruger 10/22 Complete Owner's and Assembly Guide" highlights the cutting-edge elements that made the Ruger 10/22 the iconic rimfire carbine it became.

For years of writing about firearms, I had been working under an erroneous impression about the origins of the revolver. Really, credit should go to two men. Sam Colt and Elisha Collier.

With millions of Americans taking advantage of their right to keep and bear arms, it's time for gun owners to share information with those learning how to shoot.

The 320-page "Illustrated History of Firearms" released by NRA Museums covers the evolution of the gun in more than 1,700 full-color photos.

Seventy-five years ago, beginning on May 10, 1940, German forces struck against Western Europe, invading Holland, Belgium and France.