Throwback Thursday: Pattern 1851 Minié Rifle
The Minié ball revolutionized long-range shooting ... but first, the rifles had to catch up.
Throwback Thursday: World War I & The Devil's Paintbrush
Learn about the impact that trench warfare, artillery and machine guns had in battles like Verdun during World War 1.
Throwback Thursday: Tragedy of Operation Market Garden
Learn about the men and the guns of this massive military move that the Allies hoped would end World War II.
Throwback Thursday: The 82nd Airborne On D-Day
Watch to learn about the men of the 82nd Airborne Division, their stories and the firearms they used during "The Great Crusade."
Video: Why America Loves the Colt Detective Special Revolver
Get a VIP tour through the history of this iconic sidearm.
Video Review: Colt Detective Special Revolver
Get a VIP tour through the history of this iconic sidearm.
Video: Ruger's Speed-Six Wheelgun
The history of this tried-and-true workhorse of a revolver.
Throwback Thursday: M1A1 Thompson Submachine Gun
For this #TBT, learn about the history and context behind the M1A1 submachine gun.
Throwback Thursday: Handguns of World War I
Handguns have been part of a soldier's toolset for hundreds of years. What was different about World War I?
Throwback Thursday: Chinese Type 56 Rifle
The history of this version of the AK-47 tracks the history of the Cold War.
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