Author: Leonardo M. Antaris
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780962076718
Category : Firearms
Languages : en
Pages : 632

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Author: Art T. Burton
Publisher: U of Nebraska Press
ISBN: 1496234464
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 496

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In The Story of Oklahoma, Deputy U.S. Marshal Bass Reeves appears as the "most feared U.S. marshal in the Indian country." That Reeves was also an African American who had spent his early life enslaved in Arkansas and Texas made his accomplishments all the more remarkable. Black Gun, Silver Star sifts through fact and legend to discover the truth about one of the most outstanding peace officers in late nineteenth-century America--and perhaps the greatest lawman of the Wild West era. Bucking the odds ("I'm sorry, we didn't keep Black people's history," a clerk at one of Oklahoma's local historical societies answered one query), Art T. Burton traces Reeves from his days of slavery to his Civil War soldiering to his career as a deputy U.S. marshal out of Fort Smith, Arkansas, when he worked under "Hanging Judge" Isaac C. Parker. Fluent in Creek and other regional Native languages, physically powerful, skilled with firearms, and a master of disguise, Reeves was exceptionally adept at apprehending fugitives and outlaws and his exploits were legendary in Oklahoma and Arkansas. In this new edition Burton traces Reeves's presence in the national media of his day as well as his growing modern presence in popular media such as television, movies, comics, and video games.

Author: Edward Clinton Ezell
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Armies
Languages : en
Pages : 708

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Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 146543089X
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 322

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This fascinating visual account of firearms shows everything from the earliest cannons to modern weapons of war. It also highlights how gun technology and military tactics developed in tandem over time. Centuries ago, the Chinese discovered that if they put gunpowder and a projectile into a metal tube and ignited it, they could fire the projectile with enormous force. The first guns were born. Firearms: An Illustrated History showcases over 300 firearms including pistols, revolvers, rifles, shotguns, machine-guns, and artillery, each with annotated close-up photographs and details of their origins, barrel, and caliber. It details the use of the firearms, not just in the military but for sport, hunting, and law enforcement. This comprehensive volume traces the history of firearms, highlighting "turning points" such as the rifle with its parallel spiraled groves that could impart a spin to bullets making them fly straighter. It also showcases iconic firearms such as the Walther PPK self-loading pistol popularised in James Bond films. With information on the great gunsmiths including Beretta and Kalashnikov and a detailed guide to how guns work, Firearms: An Illustrated History is an essential purchase for everyone interested in guns and military history.

Author: Joel Black
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
ISBN: 9780764331527
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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Popular from the late 19th through the early 20th centuries, the British Webley Pug and Bull Dog revolvers, manufactured by P. Webley & Son of Birmingham, provided security for many at home or concealed in coat pockets. Over 800 photos and thorough text bring to light detailed information on these often elusive, solid-frame, short-barreled handguns. Many models were previously unknown, such as the ring trigger .22 No. 2 and the Silver and Fletcher No. 2 Bull Dog. Includes Belgian and other English makers of the Tower Bull Dog, the Scott, Tranter Bulldog, and the Greener No. 5. Cartridges, cartridge boxes, and loading tools are featured with a scale of relative rarity and numerous appendices. This book is a must for all who are passionate about historical firearms.

Author: S. P. Fjestad
Publisher: Blue Book Publications, Incorporated
ISBN: 9781947314078
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 456

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*700 Manufactures/Trademarks are identified and most of them have short histories with dates of manufacture *Close to 1,500 hi-resolution color images are provided *More than 7,750 values have been provided for Good, Fine, Very Fine/Extra Fine and Excellent condition factors

Author: Leonardo M. Antaris
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780962076701
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 248

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Author: David Miller
Publisher: Thunder Bay Press
ISBN: 9781571452870
Category : Firearms
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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Profiles more than one thousand gun models, including antiques, military weapons, and others, providing color photos, technical specifications, and details on their origins, performance, and use.

Author: L. Donald Maus
Publisher: Brad Simpson Publishing
ISBN: 9780972781541
Category : Firearms
Languages : en
Pages : 361

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Author: S. P. Fjestad
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781886768550
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1936

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The "bible" of the firearms industry for accurate value information and descriptions of rifles, pistols, and shotguns. The industry standard for over 25 years!