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Revolutionary War
the revolutionary war began, and proved to be a massive turning point in the growth of America. This conflict eventually would lead to the independence of the states, and the birth of a new nation. -
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Declaration of independence signed
This part of history is significant because it was when the declaration of independence was signed. This document getting signed was important because it was the first stepping stone in securing america's freedom, and independence. -
American revolution ends
The end of the American revolution became a massive turning point for the world as it showed that superpowers like Britain were vulnerable, and could be beat in combat. This also gave way for the U.S. to gain independence and work toward their progression as a future superpower. -
Eliphalet Remington born
Eliphalet Remington was born this day, and like the others mentioned, he would go on to be a cornerstone in the firearms community. He also designed several of the bolt action rifles used in the days of the wild west. -
Horace Smith Born
Horace Smith was one half of a double sided coin, that is for developing one of the most successful small arms companies in history. Him and his partner Daniel Wesson are iconic for being one of the leading designers of specifically revolvers for over a century. -
Oliver Winchester Born
Oliver Winchester was a small arms designer and manufacturer from the early 19th century. His arms would be used widely throughout the old west in the forms of his lever action rifles such as the model 1866. -
War of 1812 starts
The war of 1812 was a conflict between the United States and great Britain. This conflict came about because of the British taking Americans and forcing them into the British navy, and because of the British limiting trade between the U.S. and themselves. -
Sam Colt Born
This year, while it may not seem to be very important would soon prove otherwise, as it was the birth of Samuel Colt. Sam Colt would eventually go on to be a very influential firearms designer, and would make weapons used in the civil war. -
War of 1812 ends
This day marks the end of the war of 1812, and proved to be a turning point in commerce between the U.S. and Britain. It also was another form of proof that Britain was not as strong as people had previously thought. -
Richard Gatling Born
Richard Gatling was born, and would eventually go on to be a famous weapons designer. His most notable design was the Gatling Gun which saw widespread use from both sides during the U.S. Civil War. -
John M. Browning Born
John Moses Browning was yet another firearms designer who would go on to make designs used widely throughout most war theaters. His designs would be used to serve in WW1, WW2 as well as several others throughout history, and still used in modern times.