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The U.S. Army would enter the 19th century equipped with a smoothbore flintlock musket that differed little from the designs of the past, and it would exit the century with a modern, bolt-action, ...

Assault rifles hang on the wall for sale at Blue Ridge Arsenal in Chantilly, Virginia. When it comes to symbols of American culture, guns are right up there with apple pie and baseball. Firearms have ...

American history has been largely forged in conflict, starting from the very first days when the Revolution’s first volleys were fired. Suffice it to say, firearms are an integral part of the social ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. During the American War of ...

The 1800s were a turning point in the history of firearms. As empires expanded and revolutions sparked around the globe, technological advancements in weaponry played a critical role in shaping ...

Stacker compiled 10 key moments in the development of firearm technology throughout U.S. history. - JIM WATSON // Getty Images Stacker compiled 10 key moments in the development of firearm technology ...