Historical timeline of the development of modern weapons starting at 1364 ... 1861 - Breech loaded guns in common use. 1861-1865 - American Civil War. Both breech and muzzle loaded guns used.

Bradley Feely believes traditions are an integral part of the identities of the fire service at large and of the individual ...

Center, leaning upright, is an authentic, barrel stamped 1863 Civil War musket used in the war with its original bayonet attached. Placed on the table for display is a variety of original and ...

His approval led to the purchase of 107,372 Spencer repeating carbines and rifles (of 144,500 made), and the Spencer became the principal repeating gun of the Civil War. 1861 - Breech loaded guns in ...