Oliver Fisher Winchester (90)
November 30, 1810 – December 11, 1880
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Hiram Percy Maxim (66) Born
Hiram Percy Maxim Sept 2, 1869 – Feb 17, 1936 age 66 * He was the son of Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim, inventor of the Maxim Machine gun Hiram Percy … Read more
Obama banned all Kalashnikov Concern Imports (2014)
July 16, 2014 President Obama banned all Kalashnikov Concern products (among others) from importation into the United States #NeverForget #GunChannels #GunWebsites #AK #kalash #AK47#AK47collector #GunLife #GunLaws#BestGunSalesman https://www.instagram.com/p/BWm2A_ZgnPX/?taken-by=gunwebsites Is there any reason this needs to be … Read more
Wounded Knee Creek, SD (1890)
Dec. 29, 1890 A Lakota encampment was attacked by the U.S. Army close to 300 Native Americans were murdered near Wounded Knee Creek in South Dakota. https://www.instagram.com/p/BOmYuhCjaVa/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Mikhail Kalashnikov (94) Died
Mikhail Timofeyevich Kalashnikov Михаи́л Тимофе́евич Кала́шников (November 10, 1919 – December 23, 2013) Russian general, inventor, military engineer, writer and small arms designer. https://www.instagram.com/p/96YSUUqhck/?taken-by=gunwebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/96YSUUqhck/?taken-by=gunwebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/BOaQlNgDIRr/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Georg Luger (74) Died
Georg Johann Luger March 6, 1849 – Dec 22, 1923 Designed of the Luger pistol and the 9×19mm Parabellum cartridge. #GunHistory #9mm #Luger https://www.instagram.com/p/BRT5EAvApgg/?taken-by=gunwebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/BOVCSIiDpeO/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Uziel Gal (79) Born
Mr. Uziel Gal (December 15, 1923 – September 7, 2002) Uziel Gal (79), the inventor of Israel’s Uzi submachine gun, Uziel (Uzi) Gal was born on 15 December 1923, as Gothard Glas. … Read more
Bill of Rights (1791)
December 15, 1791 The Bill of Rights (the first ten amendments to the Constitution) was adopted after being ratified by three-fourths of the states. #USA #BillOfRights #RightsNotPrivileges https://www.instagram.com/p/BOCu8rJjufq/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Border Patrol Agent Brian Terry Killed (2010)
Dec. 14, 2010 Border patrol agent Brian Terry was killed in a firefight with Mexican drug runners. 2 rifles recovered at the scene were from the ATF’s#OperationFastAndFurious illegal gun-running scandal @BrianTerryFoundation … Read more
Sandy Hook (2012)
DECEMBER 14, 2012 They will use the actions of individuals against all of us… … if we let them. You work & earn money for the power it gives you.. … Read more
“a date which will live in infamy…” (1941)
“December 7th, 1941 a date which will live in infamy…” – Franklin Delano Roosevelt https://www.instagram.com/p/BNuLD4bDBCn/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Brady Bill (1993)
Nov 30, 1993 President Clinton signed into law the Brady bill, which required a 5-day waiting period & background checks #GunChannels #GunLaws #NeverForget #IfALawDontWorkRepealIt https://www.instagram.com/p/BNbvrl1DPDU/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Bruce Lee (33) Born
Bruce Lee (Nov 27, 1940 – July 20, 1973) #Respect https://www.instagram.com/p/-mVNyiqhRY/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Sir Hiram Maxim (76) Died
Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim (Feb 5, 1840 – Nov 24, 1916) Invented the Maxim Gun In 1883: the first recoil-operated machine gun * Father of Suppressor Inventor ** Brother of … Read more
Eugene Stoner (74) Born
Eugene Morrison Stoner (November 22, 1922 – April 24, 1997) American firearms designer who is most associated with the development of the AR-15 rifle that was adopted by the US military as … Read more
National Rifle Association Chartered (1871)
National Rifle Association was chartered today in New York on Nov 17, 1871 #NationalRifleAssociation #NRA #1871 #GunTraining #GunSafety#GunLaws https://www.instagram.com/p/BM6swp3j_ig/?taken-by=gunwebsites
GunChannels.com Created (2013)
GunChannels.com Was created today in 2013 Thanks to all who participate in our firearm focused community @GunChannels #GunChannels NOVEMBER 15, 2013 https://www.instagram.com/p/BM2LO-wDP63/?taken-by=gunwebsites
U.S. House of Representatives passed the “Brady Bill” (1993)
Nov 10, 1993 The U.S. House of Representatives passed the “Brady Bill” It called for a five-day waiting period for handgun purchases. #KnowHistory #NeverForget #EndTheCheck #GunChannels https://www.instagram.com/p/BMpFLlWDcsY/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Mikhail Kalashnikov (94) Born
Mikhail Timofeyevich Kalashnikov Михаи́л Тимофе́евич Кала́шников (November 10, 1919 – December 23, 2013) Russian general, inventor, military engineer, writer and small arms designer. https://www.instagram.com/p/96YSUUqhck/?taken-by=gunwebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/BOaQlNgDIRr/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Robin Moore (82) Born
Robert Lowell “Robin” Moore, Jr.
(October 31, 1925 – February 21, 2008)
an American writer who is most known for his books
- The Green Berets
- The French Connection
A True Account of Cops, Narcotics, and International Conspiracy - The Happy Hooker: My Own Story
(with Xaviera Hollander and Yvonne Dunleavy)
Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (2005)
October 26, 2005 The Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act & Child Safety Lock Act The PLCAA provided the gun industry with immunity from most tort liability. These prohibited … Read more
Gunfight at the O.K. Corral (1881)
On Wednesday, October 26, 1881 At approximately 3:00PM the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday #GunChannels #OldWest #Cowboys #Gamblers #Tombstone#Arizona #WyattErp #DocHoliday https://www.instagram.com/p/BMD8VhWjnpg/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Gun Control Act (1968)
Oct 22, 1968 Gun Control Act the US Congress expanded gun ownership prohibitions President Johnson signed the Gun Control Act of 1968 #GunLaws #GunHistory #1968GCA https://www.instagram.com/p/BL3rF43jvZ5/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Browning’s 1st Patent (1879)
10-7-1879 John Browning patented his first firearm, a single-shot falling-block rifle. He was 24 years old in 1879 #KnowOurHistory #BePartOfOurHistory #GunChannels #Browning #JMB#TheGunFather https://www.instagram.com/p/BLRZsuwD504/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Battle of Mogadishu (1993)
The Battle of Mogadishu was part of Operation Gothic Serpent and was fought on 3 and 4 October 1993, in Mogadishu, Somalia Between forces of the United States, and Somali … Read more
Arizona CCW in Bars (2009)
Sep 30, 2009 In Arizona a new law took effect allowing people with concealed weapons permits to enter bars and restaurants, that haven’t posted signs banning guns. Those carrying weapons … Read more
National Hunting Fishing Day
Fourth Saturday in September National Hunting and Fishing Day is observed each year on the fourth Saturday in September. This day was created as a day to enjoy the sport of … Read more
POW / MIA Recognition Day
A time set aside to remember those who were prisoners of war (POW) and those who are missing in action (MIA), as well as their families U.S. National POW/MIA Recognition … Read more
9x19mm Day
Happy 9x19mm Day #TooBadIts9mm Day #9mmIsSo2015 https://www.instagram.com/p/BKjm7WcgEBM/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Constitution Day (1787)
Constitution Day (or Citizenship Day) a federal observance that recognizes the adoption of the United States Constitution and those who have become U.S. citizens. Observed to remember September 17, 1787 … Read more
Missouri Constitutional Carry (2016)
Constitutional Carry in Missouri SEPTEMBER 14, 2016 https://www.instagram.com/p/BKXPI_XAb2M/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Assault Weapons Ban & Sunset (1994 – 2004)
Anniversary of the AWB Sunset Sept 13, 1994 – Sept 13, 2004 #AWB #AssaultWeaponsBan #unjustlaw #CompromiseThis #ItFailedBecauseItsBad https://www.instagram.com/p/BKTWHhZgrZ8/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Richard Gatling (85) Born
Richard Gatling (Sep 12, 1818 – Feb 26, 1903) Gatling gun was named after him #GatlingGun #GunWebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/BQ_RjZkgdtD/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Colorado Voters removed Democrats who Support of Gun Control (2013)
Sept. 10, 2013 Colorado voters removed from public office Democrats John Morse & Angela Giron, for their support of gun-control laws that mandated background checks on private gun sales and … Read more
Uziel Gal (79) Died
Mr. Uziel Gal (December 15, 1923 – September 7, 2002) Uziel Gal (79), the inventor of Israel’s Uzi submachine gun, Uziel (Uzi) Gal was born on 15 December 1923, as Gothard Glas. … Read more
Roy E. Weatherby (77) Born
Roy E. Weatherby (September 4, 1910 – April 4, 1988) age 77 Roy founded Weatherby, Inc. In 1945 @weatherbyinc #GunChannels #GunLegends #TalesOfTheGun #KnowGuns #GunLife #GunHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BSejWwdgm2C/?taken-by=gunwebsites
World War II Ends (1945)
Sept 2nd, 1945 World War II Ends Combat ends in the Pacific The Japanese Instrument of Surrender is signed and accepted aboard the battleship USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay https://www.instagram.com/p/7ImyoRqhU6/?taken-by=gunwebsites … Read more
Hiram Percy Maxim (66) Born
Hiram Percy Maxim Sept 2, 1869 – Feb 17, 1936 age 66 * He was the son of Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim, inventor of the Maxim Machine gun Hiram Percy … Read more
Skynet Becomes Self-Aware (1997)
At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness Skynet (artificial intelligence system) developed for the U.S. military (SAC / NORAD) by Cyberdyne Systems to control the … Read more
Obama banned all Kalashnikov Concern Imports (2014)
July 16, 2014 President Obama banned all Kalashnikov Concern products (among others) from importation into the United States #NeverForget #GunChannels #GunWebsites #AK #kalash #AK47#AK47collector #GunLife #GunLaws#BestGunSalesman https://www.instagram.com/p/BWm2A_ZgnPX/?taken-by=gunwebsites Is there any reason this needs to be … Read more
National PTSD Awareness Day
A day set aside to raise public awareness about issues related to PTSD
Ruby Ridge (1992)
Ruby Ridge was a deadly confrontation & siege in northern Idaho for 10 days at a home in August 1992 Randy Weaver, his family and friend Kevin Harris, were attacked … Read more
Ring of Fire Factory Tour (2016)
Gun Websites Gun Show Loophole Tour California 2016 Google Maps (on the phone) ain’t got nothing on a few paper towels and a sharpie marker… As useful as @GoogleMaps can be, it … Read more
Red Dawn Day (1984)
Happy Red Dawn Day Aug 10th 1984 The best movie ever made was released.. Are you watching Red Dawn today? #RedDawn #Wolverines #TheChairIsAgainstTheWall #JohnHasALongMustache #AllThatAngerWillBurnYouUp #AvengeMe https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UwWlxTFOySs&t=4s https://www.instagram.com/p/BI7cdPBAzML/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Skynet Activated (1997)
At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness Skynet (artificial intelligence system) developed for the U.S. military (SAC / NORAD) by Cyberdyne Systems to control the … Read more
Calamity Jane (51) Died
Calamity Jane May 1, 1852 – August 1, 1903 American frontierswoman and professional scout and acquaintance of Wild Bill Hickok #RealGuns #CowboyGuns #GunHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BTlCvKRAJGS/?taken-by=gunwebsites
USMC War Dogs of World War II (1994)
Hundreds of heroic war dogs served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II. Most were Doberman Pinschers, German Shepherds, Labrador Retrievers and occasionally, a Collie served during … Read more
Thomas Jefferson (83) Died
April 13, 1743 – July 4, 1826 Thomas Jefferson was born third President of the United States from 1801 to 1809 #ThomasJefferson #GunChannels #MyFavoriteFounder #WeNeedMoreJeffersons #Monticello https://www.instagram.com/p/BS2x70qg0Nx/?taken-by=gunwebsites
John Wayne “Duke” (72) Died
John Wayne “Duke” American film actor, director, and producer. Born: May 26, 1907 Died: June 11, 1979 Between 1949 and 1973 Wayne was in more than 169 feature length films … Read more
Clinton Eastwood – Born
Clinton Eastwood, Jr. May 31, 1930 What is your favorite quote? #ManWithNoName #MakeMyDay #ItsAHellOfAThingKillingAMan #ThisIsTheAK47ThePreferredWeaponOfYourEnemy #ItMakesADistinctiveSoundWhenFiredAtYou #IfYouWantAGuaranteeBuyAToaster https://www.instagram.com/p/3YCb_VqhWH/?taken-by=gunwebsites
John Wayne “Duke” (72) Born
John Wayne “Duke” American film actor, director, and producer. Born: May 26, 1907 Died: June 11, 1979 Between 1949 and 1973 Wayne was in more than 169 feature length films … Read more
Nikolay Makarov (74) Born
Nikolay Fyodorovich Makarov (Никола́й Фёдорович Мака́ров) May 22, 1914 – May 13, 1988 Designer of Makarov Pistol #GunChannels #GunWebsites #Makarov #CommiePistols #RussianGuns https://www.instagram.com/p/BUY44Xqg1V2/?taken-by=gunwebsites
NRA Cincinnati Revolt (1977)
Today in 1977, membership of the NRA voted out the old board, and changed the direction of the organization #NRA #CincinnatiRevolt #ThoseWhoActChangeTheFuture #GunChannels #GunWebsites #RepealTheNFA #LearnGunHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BUWxhK8gMxW/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Firearm Owners Protection Act (1986)
Firearm Owners Protection Act May 19, 1986 United States federal law that revised the Gun Control Act of 1968. – Banned the sale & manufacture of Full Auto (NFA) weapons … Read more
Armed Forces Day (1949)
pay tribute to men and women who serve in the United States’ Armed Forces Today is Armed Forces Day! President Harry S. Truman led the effort to establish a single holiday … Read more
Russia Sends 100,000 AK47 to Venezuela (2005)
May 17, 2005 Russia and Venezuela signed a contract for 100,000 Russian assault rifles to be provided to the South American nation. Am I the only one that wants a … Read more
United States v Miller (1939)
United States v Miller May 15, 1939 The United States Supreme Court decided today, in 1939, that the 1934 National Firearms Act does not violate the 2nd Amendment Since then, … Read more
Nikolay Makarov (74) Died
Nikolay Fyodorovich Makarov (Никола́й Фёдорович Мака́ров) May 22, 1914 – May 13, 1988 Designer of Makarov Pistol #GunChannels #GunWebsites #Makarov #CommiePistols #RussianGuns https://www.instagram.com/p/BUY44Xqg1V2/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Children of Fallen Patriots Day
A day to honor the families our Fallen Heroes have left behind – especially their children
Military Spouse Appreciation Day
to acknowledge the contributions and sacrifices of the spouses of the U.S. Armed Forces Today is National Military Spouse Appreciation Day! The Green Beret Foundation is sincerely appreciative of Special … Read more
US Senate Rejected Background Checks at Gun Shows (1999)
May 12, 1999 US Senate rejected 51 to 47 a Democratic proposal that would have required background checks for firearms sales at gun-shows. Now, 18 years later, we are under … Read more
V-E Day (1945)
Victory in Europe Day V-E Day May 8, 1945 celebrated on May 8th Today marks the formal acceptance of Nazi Germany’s unconditional surrender This marked the end of World War … Read more
Hudson Maxim (74) Died
Hudson Maxim (February 3, 1853 – May 6, 1927) Invented Smokeless Gun Powder (in the USA) in 1890 *Brother of the Machine Gun Inventor **Uncle of the Suppressor Inventor ***No … Read more
Gun Websites on Facebook (2009)
May 3rd, 2009 our anniversary on Facebook … We dont get a lot of response over there.. wondering how many IG folks use FB.. Let us know in the comments … Read more
Wilhelm Mauser (48) Born
Wilhelm Mauser May 2, 1834 – Jan 13, 1882 Designed the Mauser Model 1871 rifle #Rifle #Mauser #RealGuns #FirearmsHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BTo2YO0gXCZ/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Calling Forth Act (1792)
May 2, 1792
The United States Congress passes the Calling Forth Act, clarifying the procedures and the circumstances under which the president can call state militia into service.
This helped end the Whiskey Rebellion
Silver Star Service Banner Day
A day set aside to honor our wounded, ill and dying military personnel by participating in flying a Silver Star Banner
Calamity Jane (51) Born
Calamity Jane May 1, 1852 – August 1, 1903 American frontierswoman and professional scout and acquaintance of Wild Bill Hickok #RealGuns #CowboyGuns #GunHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BTlCvKRAJGS/?taken-by=gunwebsites
L.A. Riots (1992)
L.A. Riots April 29 – May 4th, 1992 Over six days, widespread looting, assault, arson, and killings occurred in Los Angeles, CA #Riot #LARiots #rodneyking #GunHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BTgEybzgB-H/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Gun Possession Near Schools Not Restricted (1995)
April 26, 1995 The U.S. Supreme Court overturned a federal law banning gun possession near schools on the grounds that it was beyond the scope of congress power to regulate … Read more
1st Shots at NRA’s Creedmoor Range (1873)
the NRA was created to promote marksmanship in 1871 NRA bought the Creed Farm for the purpose of building a rifle range. Named Creedmoor, the range opened in 1873, and … Read more
Eugene Stoner (74) Died
Eugene Morrison Stoner (November 22, 1922 – April 24, 1997) American firearms designer who is most associated with the development of the AR-15 rifle that was adopted by the US military as … Read more
“Earth Day” is Communist
“Earth Day” a day of social awareness and community service, they “say” it started in 1970.., but… “Subbotnik” is a communist day of volunteer work ‘cleaning up’ in devotion to … Read more
The Red Barron, Shot Down (1918)
4-21-1918 The Red Barron, Shot Down Manfred von Richthofen “The Red Baron”, was shot down and killed over Vaux sur Somme (in France) Canadian pilot Arthur Roy Brown credited with … Read more
Battles of Lexington & Concord (1775)
April 19, 1775 First military engagements of the American Revolutionary War The battles of Lexington, Concord, near Boston. The battles marked the outbreak of open armed conflict between the Kingdom … Read more
United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)
Happy Birthday to United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)! U.S. Special Operations Command was established today APRIL 17, 1987 https://www.instagram.com/p/BS_nTu9gAiC/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Arizona Constitutional Carry (2010)
Arizona Constitutional Carry April 16, 2010 Arizona Gov. (Brewer) signed into law a bill making Arizona the third state allowing people to carry a concealed weapon without requiring a permit. … Read more
Thomas Jefferson (83) Born
April 13, 1743 – July 4, 1826 Thomas Jefferson was born third President of the United States from 1801 to 1809 #ThomasJefferson #GunChannels #MyFavoriteFounder #WeNeedMoreJeffersons #Monticello https://www.instagram.com/p/BS2x70qg0Nx/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Roy E. Weatherby (77) Died
Roy E. Weatherby (September 4, 1910 – April 4, 1988) age 77 Roy founded Weatherby, Inc. In 1945 @weatherbyinc #GunChannels #GunLegends #TalesOfTheGun #KnowGuns #GunLife #GunHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BSejWwdgm2C/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Arizona 2nd State to Legalize Suppressors for Hunting (2012)
Arizona becomes 2nd state to legalize suppresors for hunting. March 29, 2012 Governor Jan Brewer signed, House Bill 2728, which grants hunters in Arizona the right to use legally owned … Read more
Medal of Honor Day
oday is National Medal of Honor Day! The first Medals of Honor were presented on March 25, 1863. To commemorate this date and all Medal of Honor recipients, Congress declared … Read more
give me liberty, or give me death
Patrick Henry speech he made the House of Burgesses on March 23, 1775, in Saint John’s Church in Richmond, Virginia. The House was undecided on whether to mobilize for military … Read more
Hillary Hole = Smith & Wesson + Clinton (2000)
March 17, 2000 Smith and Wesson signed an unprecedented agreement with the Clinton administration to include safety locks with all their handguns & any new firearms would not take a … Read more
K 9 Veterans Day (1942)
March 13, 1942 is the official birthday of the United States K9 Corps
National K9 Veterans Day is celebrated on March 13th on the official birthday of the US Army K9 Corps, which was formed in 1942.
ATF vs. M855 Ammo (2015)
Remember in 2015, when ATF decided M855 ammo was a problem?Remember how public opinion & feedback prevented ATF from following through on any ban https://www.instagram.com/p/BReLVLaAKcS/?taken-by=gunwebsites #BeTheChange #M855 #AmmoBan #JustTheTip #GreenTip #ArmorPiercing ATF … Read more
Yisrael Galil (72) Died
Yisrael Galil Jan 1, 1923 – Mar 9, 1995 Best known for inventing the Galil rifle. He also helped create the Uzi #GunChannels #GunHistory #Galil #AK47 #Uzi https://www.instagram.com/p/BRaeZRJgKnw/?taken-by=gunwebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/BCwpvQmqhXs/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Original 1,000 Members of Gun Channels.com (2015)
Join today !! If you want to be able to tell your grandkids that you were one of the original 1,000 members of Gun Channels.com Just 53 more !! If … Read more
Georg Luger (74) Born
Georg Johann Luger March 6, 1849 – Dec 22, 1923 Designed of the Luger pistol and the 9×19mm Parabellum cartridge. #GunHistory #9mm #Luger https://www.instagram.com/p/BRT5EAvApgg/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Luger P08 Patented (1904)
Luger P08 (Parabellum) 9mm pistol Patented on March 1st, 1904 By Georg Johann Luger He was also the designer of the Luger pistol and the 9×19mm Parabellum cartridge. #GunHistory #Luger #P08 #LugerLife … Read more
Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act (1994)
Feb 28, 1994 Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act Brady Law, imposing a wait-period to buy a hand-gun, went into effect. It amended the #1968GCA and imposed a 5-day waiting period for handgun … Read more
England’s Handgun Ban (1997)
Feb. 27, 1997 Never here https://www.instagram.com/p/zm2js7KhTU/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Richard Gatling (85) Died
Richard Gatling (Sep 12, 1818 – Feb 26, 1903) Gatling gun was named after him #GatlingGun #GunWebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/BQ_RjZkgdtD/?taken-by=gunwebsites
.223 Day
oday is the day we give attention to our beloved #GopherRound February 23rd Feb 23 2/23 .223 #ammo #AR15 #AmmoCollecting #Bullets #Feb23rd #Happy223Day #556×45#556 #NotMyRifleBullet Bonus #TacticalQuiz can you ID whats in this photo? https://www.instagram.com/p/BQ3OhdrAo4h/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Robin Moore (82) Died
Robert Lowell “Robin” Moore, Jr.
(October 31, 1925 – February 21, 2008)
an American writer who is most known for his books
- The Green Berets
- The French Connection
A True Account of Cops, Narcotics, and International Conspiracy - The Happy Hooker: My Own Story
(with Xaviera Hollander and Yvonne Dunleavy)
Hiram Percy Maxim (66) Died
Hiram Percy Maxim Sept 2, 1869 – Feb 17, 1936 age 66 * He was the son of Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim, inventor of the Maxim Machine gun Hiram Percy … Read more
1911 patent filed (1910)
Feb. 17, 1910
Browning files the patent for the 1911
It would serve as the official United States military sidearm for almost 75 years.
1911 Patented Today (1911)
1911 was patented on Feb 14, 1911 The 1911 was formally adopted by the Army on March 29, 1911, when it was designated Model of 1911, later changed to Model … Read more
600 Miles – Movie Release (2016)
Yea, I (technically) share a scene on the big screen with #TimRoth in the movie ‘600 Miles’…. And yeah I watched it today for the first time in the theater, sitting next … Read more
Laser Gun aboard a 747 Jumbo Jet (2010)
Feb 11, 2010 The US military used a laser gun aboard a Boeing 747 jumbo jet to shoot down a missile near Point Mugu, Ventura County, Ca. The airborne laser … Read more
Sir Hiram Maxim (76) Born
Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim (Feb 5, 1840 – Nov 24, 1916) Invented the Maxim Gun In 1883: the first recoil-operated machine gun * Father of Suppressor Inventor ** Brother of … Read more
Hudson Maxim (74) Born
Hudson Maxim (February 3, 1853 – May 6, 1927) Invented Smokeless Gun Powder (in the USA) in 1890 *Brother of the Machine Gun Inventor **Uncle of the Suppressor Inventor ***No … Read more
Gun Websites Created (2004)
We had started making websites about guns, but at the end of 2004. we decided to unite them all under one website After our first year of SHOT Show (as … Read more
.40 S&W cartridge debuted (1990)
.40 S&W cartridge debuted January 17, 1990 Smith & Wesson developed the new cartridge for the Model 4006 pistol #GunChannels #40SW #40Guy #SoGladItsNot9mm #ReadyToStepUpYourGame ? https://www.instagram.com/p/BPXA9gtDhbv/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Obama signed 23 Gun-Related Executive Orders (2013)
Jan 16, 2013 President Obama signed 23 gun-related executive orders. #NeverForget #GunChannels #Every2ndMatters https://www.instagram.com/p/BPVA2pODrc3/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Wilhelm Mauser (48) Died
Wilhelm Mauser May 2, 1834 – Jan 13, 1882 Designed the Mauser Model 1871 rifle #Rifle #Mauser #RealGuns #FirearmsHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BTo2YO0gXCZ/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Gun Websites on Modern Marvels (2012)
Modern Marvels Season 1 Episode 16 My guns are on @netflix !!! It was around this time of year i found out that my guns are on Netflix, in the episode of … Read more
CCW in National Parks (2009)
Jan 11, 2009 A U.S. federal rule change took effect allowing visitors to carry a loaded gun into a park or wildlife refuge as long as the person had a … Read more
Yisrael Galil (72) Born
Yisrael Galil Jan 1, 1923 – Mar 9, 1995 Best known for inventing the Galil rifle. He also helped create the Uzi #GunChannels #GunHistory #Galil #AK47 #Uzi https://www.instagram.com/p/BRaeZRJgKnw/?taken-by=gunwebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/BCwpvQmqhXs/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Wounded Knee Creek, SD (1890)
Dec. 29, 1890 A Lakota encampment was attacked by the U.S. Army close to 300 Native Americans were murdered near Wounded Knee Creek in South Dakota. https://www.instagram.com/p/BOmYuhCjaVa/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Mikhail Kalashnikov (94) Died
Mikhail Timofeyevich Kalashnikov Михаи́л Тимофе́евич Кала́шников (November 10, 1919 – December 23, 2013) Russian general, inventor, military engineer, writer and small arms designer. https://www.instagram.com/p/96YSUUqhck/?taken-by=gunwebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/BOaQlNgDIRr/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Georg Luger (74) Died
Georg Johann Luger March 6, 1849 – Dec 22, 1923 Designed of the Luger pistol and the 9×19mm Parabellum cartridge. #GunHistory #9mm #Luger https://www.instagram.com/p/BRT5EAvApgg/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Uziel Gal (79) Born
Mr. Uziel Gal (December 15, 1923 – September 7, 2002) Uziel Gal (79), the inventor of Israel’s Uzi submachine gun, Uziel (Uzi) Gal was born on 15 December 1923, as Gothard Glas. … Read more
Bill of Rights (1791)
December 15, 1791 The Bill of Rights (the first ten amendments to the Constitution) was adopted after being ratified by three-fourths of the states. #USA #BillOfRights #RightsNotPrivileges https://www.instagram.com/p/BOCu8rJjufq/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Border Patrol Agent Brian Terry Killed (2010)
Dec. 14, 2010 Border patrol agent Brian Terry was killed in a firefight with Mexican drug runners. 2 rifles recovered at the scene were from the ATF’s#OperationFastAndFurious illegal gun-running scandal @BrianTerryFoundation … Read more
Sandy Hook (2012)
DECEMBER 14, 2012 They will use the actions of individuals against all of us… … if we let them. You work & earn money for the power it gives you.. … Read more
Pearl Harbor Day (1941)
“A day which will live in infamy” – Franklin D. Roosevelt December 7, 1941 Japan attacked Pearl Harbor, Hawaii
“a date which will live in infamy…” (1941)
“December 7th, 1941 a date which will live in infamy…” – Franklin Delano Roosevelt https://www.instagram.com/p/BNuLD4bDBCn/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Civil Air Patrol (USAF Auxiliary) Birthday
Civil Air Patrol (USAF Auxiliary) Birthday
Brady Bill (1993)
Nov 30, 1993 President Clinton signed into law the Brady bill, which required a 5-day waiting period & background checks #GunChannels #GunLaws #NeverForget #IfALawDontWorkRepealIt https://www.instagram.com/p/BNbvrl1DPDU/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Bruce Lee (33) Born
Bruce Lee (Nov 27, 1940 – July 20, 1973) #Respect https://www.instagram.com/p/-mVNyiqhRY/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Sir Hiram Maxim (76) Died
Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim (Feb 5, 1840 – Nov 24, 1916) Invented the Maxim Gun In 1883: the first recoil-operated machine gun * Father of Suppressor Inventor ** Brother of … Read more
National Rifle Association Chartered (1871)
National Rifle Association was chartered today in New York on Nov 17, 1871 #NationalRifleAssociation #NRA #1871 #GunTraining #GunSafety#GunLaws https://www.instagram.com/p/BM6swp3j_ig/?taken-by=gunwebsites
GunChannels.com Created (2013)
GunChannels.com Was created today in 2013 Thanks to all who participate in our firearm focused community @GunChannels #GunChannels NOVEMBER 15, 2013 https://www.instagram.com/p/BM2LO-wDP63/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Veterans Day
The anniversary date of the signing of the armistice which ended the World War I a day set aside to thank military veterans for their service
Marine Corps Birthday (1775)
Today in 1775, the Continental Marines were established. Thanks to the United States Marine Corps #Marines #USMC https://www.instagram.com/p/BMow4FJDYxi/?taken-by=gunwebsites
U.S. House of Representatives passed the “Brady Bill” (1993)
Nov 10, 1993 The U.S. House of Representatives passed the “Brady Bill” It called for a five-day waiting period for handgun purchases. #KnowHistory #NeverForget #EndTheCheck #GunChannels https://www.instagram.com/p/BMpFLlWDcsY/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Mikhail Kalashnikov (94) Born
Mikhail Timofeyevich Kalashnikov Михаи́л Тимофе́евич Кала́шников (November 10, 1919 – December 23, 2013) Russian general, inventor, military engineer, writer and small arms designer. https://www.instagram.com/p/BOaQlNgDIRr/?taken-by=gunwebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/96YSUUqhck/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Robin Moore (82) Born
Robert Lowell “Robin” Moore, Jr.
(October 31, 1925 – February 21, 2008)
an American writer who is most known for his books
- The Green Berets
- The French Connection
A True Account of Cops, Narcotics, and International Conspiracy - The Happy Hooker: My Own Story
(with Xaviera Hollander and Yvonne Dunleavy)
National Day of the Deployed
to honor all of the brave men and woman who have been deployed and are sacrificing, or have sacrificed, their lives to fight for our country and acknowledges their families … Read more
Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (2005)
October 26, 2005 The Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act & Child Safety Lock Act The PLCAA provided the gun industry with immunity from most tort liability. These prohibited … Read more
Gunfight at the O.K. Corral (1881)
On Wednesday, October 26, 1881 At approximately 3:00PM the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday #GunChannels #OldWest #Cowboys #Gamblers #Tombstone#Arizona #WyattErp #DocHoliday https://www.instagram.com/p/BMD8VhWjnpg/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Gun Control Act (1968)
Oct 22, 1968 Gun Control Act the US Congress expanded gun ownership prohibitions President Johnson signed the Gun Control Act of 1968 #GunLaws #GunHistory #1968GCA https://www.instagram.com/p/BL3rF43jvZ5/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Ms. Veteran America Pageant
http://www.msveteranamerica.org/
Browning’s 1st Patent (1879)
10-7-1879 John Browning patented his first firearm, a single-shot falling-block rifle. He was 24 years old in 1879 #KnowOurHistory #BePartOfOurHistory #GunChannels #Browning #JMB#TheGunFather https://www.instagram.com/p/BLRZsuwD504/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Battle of Mogadishu (1993)
The Battle of Mogadishu was part of Operation Gothic Serpent and was fought on 3 and 4 October 1993, in Mogadishu, Somalia Between forces of the United States, and Somali … Read more
Arizona CCW in Bars (2009)
Sep 30, 2009 In Arizona a new law took effect allowing people with concealed weapons permits to enter bars and restaurants, that haven’t posted signs banning guns. Those carrying weapons … Read more
Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day (1936)
A day set aside to honor the families of our nation’s fallen service members On June 23, 1936, then President Franklin D. Roosevelt permanently established the last Sunday of September … Read more
National Hunting Fishing Day
Fourth Saturday in September National Hunting and Fishing Day is observed each year on the fourth Saturday in September. This day was created as a day to enjoy the sport of … Read more
POW / MIA Recognition Day
A time set aside to remember those who were prisoners of war (POW) and those who are missing in action (MIA), as well as their families U.S. National POW/MIA Recognition … Read more
9x19mm Day
Happy 9x19mm Day #TooBadIts9mm Day #9mmIsSo2015 https://www.instagram.com/p/BKjm7WcgEBM/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Air Force Birthday (1947)
Sept 18, 1947 President Truman signed the National Security Act which created the U.S. Air Force as an independent service, equal to the US Army and US Navy #AimHigh #FlyFightWin #UboAbAlto #OneOverAll … Read more
Constitution Day (1787)
Constitution Day (or Citizenship Day) a federal observance that recognizes the adoption of the United States Constitution and those who have become U.S. citizens. Observed to remember September 17, 1787 … Read more
Missouri Constitutional Carry (2016)
Constitutional Carry in Missouri SEPTEMBER 14, 2016 https://www.instagram.com/p/BKXPI_XAb2M/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Assault Weapons Ban & Sunset (1994 – 2004)
Anniversary of the AWB Sunset Sept 13, 1994 – Sept 13, 2004 #AWB #AssaultWeaponsBan #unjustlaw #CompromiseThis #ItFailedBecauseItsBad https://www.instagram.com/p/BKTWHhZgrZ8/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Richard Gatling (85) Born
Richard Gatling (Sep 12, 1818 – Feb 26, 1903) Gatling gun was named after him #GatlingGun #GunWebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/BQ_RjZkgdtD/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Patriot Day
annual observance on September 11 to remember those who were injured or died during the terrorist attacks in the United States on September 11, 2001
Colorado Voters removed Democrats who Support of Gun Control (2013)
Sept. 10, 2013 Colorado voters removed from public office Democrats John Morse & Angela Giron, for their support of gun-control laws that mandated background checks on private gun sales and … Read more
Uziel Gal (79) Died
Mr. Uziel Gal (December 15, 1923 – September 7, 2002) Uziel Gal (79), the inventor of Israel’s Uzi submachine gun, Uziel (Uzi) Gal was born on 15 December 1923, as Gothard Glas. … Read more
Roy E. Weatherby (77) Born
Roy E. Weatherby (September 4, 1910 – April 4, 1988) age 77 Roy founded Weatherby, Inc. In 1945 @weatherbyinc #GunChannels #GunLegends #TalesOfTheGun #KnowGuns #GunLife #GunHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BSejWwdgm2C/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Hiram Percy Maxim (66) Born
Hiram Percy Maxim Sept 2, 1869 – Feb 17, 1936 age 66 * He was the son of Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim, inventor of the Maxim Machine gun Hiram Percy … Read more
Skynet Becomes Self-Aware (1997)
At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness Skynet (artificial intelligence system) developed for the U.S. military (SAC / NORAD) by Cyberdyne Systems to control the … Read more
Ruby Ridge (1992)
Ruby Ridge was a deadly confrontation & siege in northern Idaho for 10 days at a home in August 1992 Randy Weaver, his family and friend Kevin Harris, were attacked … Read more
Airborne Day
Aug 16th A day designated by the United States Congress to honor the nation’s airborne forces of the Armed Forces. It was created in 2001 by George W. Bush https://www.instagram.com/p/BX3Kx5hAbFE/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Ring of Fire Factory Tour (2016)
Gun Websites Gun Show Loophole Tour California 2016 Google Maps (on the phone) ain’t got nothing on a few paper towels and a sharpie marker… As useful as @GoogleMaps can be, it … Read more
Red Dawn Day (1984)
Happy Red Dawn Day Aug 10th 1984 The best movie ever made was released.. Are you watching Red Dawn today? #RedDawn #Wolverines #TheChairIsAgainstTheWall #JohnHasALongMustache #AllThatAngerWillBurnYouUp #AvengeMe https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UwWlxTFOySs&t=4s https://www.instagram.com/p/BI7cdPBAzML/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Smith & Wesson patented Metal Cartridges (1854)
Aug 8, 1854 Smith and Wesson patented metal bullet cartridges for their revolver – first practical revolver with self-contained ammunition https://www.instagram.com/p/BXj2vfeAlUu/?taken-by=gunwebsites
VJ Day (Victory over Japan)
VJ (Victory over Japan) Day (1945)
Purple Heart Day
National Purple Heart Day honors the men and women who have been wounded or killed in military service. https://www.instagram.com/p/BXgZyhSAlzp/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Skynet Activated (1997)
At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness Skynet (artificial intelligence system) developed for the U.S. military (SAC / NORAD) by Cyberdyne Systems to control the … Read more
Yevgeny Dragunov (71) Died
Yevgeny Fyodorovich Dragunov (71) (Евге́ний Фёдорович Драгуно́в) Born Feb 20, 1920 – Aug 4, 1991 1939 – Began military service 1959 – Dragunov submitted his design for the SVD 1963 … Read more
Calamity Jane (51) Died
Calamity Jane May 1, 1852 – August 1, 1903 American frontierswoman and professional scout and acquaintance of Wild Bill Hickok #RealGuns #CowboyGuns #GunHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BTlCvKRAJGS/?taken-by=gunwebsites
patent filed on the Browning Automatic Rifle B.A.R.
Aug. 1, 1917 Application for patent filed on the Browning Automatic Rifle. The B.A.R. first saw combat in 1918. #BAR #BrowningAutomaticRifle #Browning https://www.instagram.com/p/BXQgBKjgUIQ/?taken-by=gunwebsites
National Eagle Scout Day
August 1st is National #EagleScout Day! In the month of August, 1904 the first Eagle Scout Badge was earned and awarded to Arthur Eldred. Since then, over 2 million young men have … Read more
Buffalo Soldiers Day
Buffalo Soldiers Day is celebrated annually on July 28. To learn more about the brave African-Americans in the U.S. Army go to: https://www.army.mil/africanamericans/index.html https://www.instagram.com/p/BXHYUkOAvfO/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Korean War Veterans Armistice Day
Korean War Veterans Armistice Day (1953)
USMC War Dogs of World War II (1994)
Hundreds of heroic war dogs served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II. Most were Doberman Pinschers, German Shepherds, Labrador Retrievers and occasionally, a Collie served during … Read more
Samuel Colt (48) Born
July 19, 1814 – January 10, 1862 Samuel Colt born, inventor of the first practical revolver, 1814 – 1862 https://www.instagram.com/p/BWyEtXagtX6/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Obama banned all Kalashnikov Concern Imports
July 16, 2014 President Obama banned all Kalashnikov Concern products (among others) from importation into the United States #NeverForget #GunChannels #GunWebsites #AK #kalash #AK47#AK47collector #GunLife #GunLaws#BestGunSalesman https://www.instagram.com/p/BWm2A_ZgnPX/?taken-by=gunwebsites Is there any reason this needs to be … Read more
Illinois CCW (2013)
July 9, 2013 Illinois became the last state in the US to end prohibition of public possession of concealed guns. #GunChannels #GunWebsites #IllinoisCCW #IL#IllinoisCarry #ILCarry #GunLaws#GunTyrany #GunInfo #CCWLaws #GunLife https://www.instagram.com/p/BWU9mOcA9p6/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Semiautomatic Rifle Import Ban (1989)
July 7, 1989 Semiautomatic Rifle Import Ban stopped import of ‘assault style’ rifles President George H.W. Bush signs a ban on the importation of semi-automatic assault weapons .. ..six months … Read more
William Ruger (86) – Died
William Ruger Born June 21, 1916 – July 6, 2002 https://www.instagram.com/p/BWNnwycgWPY/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Thomas Jefferson (83) Died
April 13, 1743 – July 4, 1826 Thomas Jefferson was born third President of the United States from 1801 to 1809 #ThomasJefferson #GunChannels #MyFavoriteFounder #WeNeedMoreJeffersons #Monticello https://www.instagram.com/p/BS2x70qg0Nx/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Emil Franzi (78) Born
Emil Franzi’s passing marks the end of an era. He was a lion in word, deed and spirit. There are few men like him around anymore. – Bruce Ash (July 4, … Read more
Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco & Firearms created (1972)
July 1, 1972 Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco & Firearms was created Enforcement of the Gun Control Act was given to the Dept. of the Treasury’s Alcohol and Tobacco Tax Division … Read more
Federal Firearms Act (1938)
Federal Firearms Act June 30, 1938 The FFA imposed a federal license requirement on gun manufacturers, importers, and persons in the business of selling firearms. federal firearms licensee (FFL) The FFA was repealed by … Read more
Printz v. United States (1997)
6-27-1997 Printz v. United States U.S. Supreme Court case that ruled the Brady Law requirement for background checks unconstitutional (violated 10th Amendment). #GunLaws #SCOUS #SupremeCourt #BradyLaw #BadLawsGetRemoved https://www.instagram.com/p/BV2fu_vg5pv/?taken-by=gunwebsites
National Firearms Act (1934)
June 26, 1934 National Firearms Act President Franklin D. Roosevelt hoped this act would eliminate automatic-fire weapons like machine guns from America’s streets. Other firearms such as short-barreled shotguns and … Read more
Heller Decision (2008)
June 26, 2008 The US Supreme Court ruled 5 to 4, that Americans have an INDIVIDUAL right to own firearms, for self-defense and hunting. This was the Court’s first major … Read more
Start of the Korean War (1950)
Anniversary of the start of the Korean War (1950)
Baby Browning (1909)
June 21, 1909 The application for a patent on a 25 caliber semi-automatic pistol was filed. It has been manufactured and sold by both FN and Colt. It was part … Read more
William Ruger (86) – Born
William Ruger Born June 21, 1916 – July 6, 2002 https://www.instagram.com/p/BWNnwycgWPY/?taken-by=gunwebsites
United States Army Special Forces Birthday (1952)
Motto: De Oppresso Liber Founded: June 19, 1952, Fort Bragg, NC Nickname(s): Green Berets, Quiet Professionals Role: Counter-terrorism Founder: John F. Kennedy
Flag Day
A day to commemorate the adoption of the United States flag
John Wayne “Duke” (72) Died
John Wayne “Duke” American film actor, director, and producer. Born: May 26, 1907 Died: June 11, 1979 Between 1949 and 1973 Wayne was in more than 169 feature length films … Read more
(10th) SFG (Airborne) established
the first United States Army Special Forces Group “Green Berets” were established (10th) SFG (Airborne) On June 11, 1952, the first United States Army Special Forces Group “Green Berets” were … Read more
Emil Franzi (78) Died
Emil Franzi’s passing marks the end of an era. He was a lion in word, deed and spirit. There are few men like him around anymore. – Bruce Ash (July 4, … Read more
Anniversary of D-Day (1944)
Anniversary of the World War II Allied invasion in Normandy, France, know as D-Day (1944) https://www.instagram.com/p/BVAC57oA19o/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Memorial Day (Decoration Day)
to commemorate all who have died in military service for the United States
John Wayne “Duke” (72) Born
John Wayne “Duke” American film actor, director, and producer. Born: May 26, 1907 Died: June 11, 1979 Between 1949 and 1973 Wayne was in more than 169 feature length films … Read more
Nikolay Makarov (74) Born
Nikolay Fyodorovich Makarov (Никола́й Фёдорович Мака́ров) May 22, 1914 – May 13, 1988 Designer of Makarov Pistol #GunChannels #GunWebsites #Makarov #CommiePistols #RussianGuns https://www.instagram.com/p/BUY44Xqg1V2/?taken-by=gunwebsites
NRA Cincinnati Revolt (1977)
Today in 1977, membership of the NRA voted out the old board, and changed the direction of the organization #NRA #CincinnatiRevolt #ThoseWhoActChangeTheFuture #GunChannels #GunWebsites #RepealTheNFA #LearnGunHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BUWxhK8gMxW/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Firearm Owners Protection Act (1986)
Firearm Owners Protection Act May 19, 1986 United States federal law that revised the Gun Control Act of 1968. – Banned the sale & manufacture of Full Auto (NFA) weapons … Read more
Armed Forces Day (1949)
pay tribute to men and women who serve in the United States’ Armed Forces Today is Armed Forces Day! President Harry S. Truman led the effort to establish a single holiday … Read more
Russia Sends 100,000 AK47 to Venezuela (2005)
May 17, 2005 Russia and Venezuela signed a contract for 100,000 Russian assault rifles to be provided to the South American nation. Am I the only one that wants a … Read more
United States v Miller (1939)
United States v Miller May 15, 1939 The United States Supreme Court decided today, in 1939, that the 1934 National Firearms Act does not violate the 2nd Amendment Since then, … Read more
Nikolay Makarov (74) Died
Nikolay Fyodorovich Makarov (Никола́й Фёдорович Мака́ров) May 22, 1914 – May 13, 1988 Designer of Makarov Pistol #GunChannels #GunWebsites #Makarov #CommiePistols #RussianGuns https://www.instagram.com/p/BUY44Xqg1V2/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Children of Fallen Patriots Day
A day to honor the families our Fallen Heroes have left behind – especially their children
US Senate Rejected Background Checks at Gun Shows (1999)
May 12, 1999 US Senate rejected 51 to 47 a Democratic proposal that would have required background checks for firearms sales at gun-shows. Now, 18 years later, we are under … Read more
Military Spouse Appreciation Day
to acknowledge the contributions and sacrifices of the spouses of the U.S. Armed Forces Today is National Military Spouse Appreciation Day! The Green Beret Foundation is sincerely appreciative of Special … Read more
VE (Victory in Europe) Day
anniversary of the Allies’ victory in Europe during World War II on May 8, 1945
V-E Day (1945)
Victory in Europe Day V-E Day May 8, 1945 celebrated on May 8th Today marks the formal acceptance of Nazi Germany’s unconditional surrender This marked the end of World War … Read more
Hudson Maxim (74) Died
Hudson Maxim (February 3, 1853 – May 6, 1927) Invented Smokeless Gun Powder (in the USA) in 1890 *Brother of the Machine Gun Inventor **Uncle of the Suppressor Inventor ***No … Read more
Gun Websites on Facebook (2009)
May 3rd, 2009 our anniversary on Facebook … We dont get a lot of response over there.. wondering how many IG folks use FB.. Let us know in the comments … Read more
Wilhelm Mauser (48) Born
Wilhelm Mauser May 2, 1834 – Jan 13, 1882 Designed the Mauser Model 1871 rifle #Rifle #Mauser #RealGuns #FirearmsHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BTo2YO0gXCZ/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Calling Forth Act (1792)
May 2, 1792
The United States Congress passes the Calling Forth Act, clarifying the procedures and the circumstances under which the president can call state militia into service.
This helped end the Whiskey Rebellion
Silver Star Service Banner Day
A day set aside to honor our wounded, ill and dying military personnel by participating in flying a Silver Star Banner
Calamity Jane (51) Born
Calamity Jane May 1, 1852 – August 1, 1903 American frontierswoman and professional scout and acquaintance of Wild Bill Hickok #RealGuns #CowboyGuns #GunHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BTlCvKRAJGS/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Loyalty Day
American citizens to reaffirm their loyalty to the United States and to recognize the heritage of American freedom
National Military Brats Day
Congress set aside a day each year as National Military Brats Day so Americans can say thank you to these patriots, young and grown, for their dedication and sacrifice in … Read more
L.A. Riots (1992)
L.A. Riots April 29 – May 4th, 1992 Over six days, widespread looting, assault, arson, and killings occurred in Los Angeles, CA #Riot #LARiots #rodneyking #GunHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BTgEybzgB-H/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Gun Possession Near Schools Not Restricted (1995)
April 26, 1995 The U.S. Supreme Court overturned a federal law banning gun possession near schools on the grounds that it was beyond the scope of congress power to regulate … Read more
1st Shots at NRA’s Creedmoor Range (1873)
the NRA was created to promote marksmanship in 1871 NRA bought the Creed Farm for the purpose of building a rifle range. Named Creedmoor, the range opened in 1873, and … Read more
Eugene Stoner (74) Died
Eugene Morrison Stoner (November 22, 1922 – April 24, 1997) American firearms designer who is most associated with the development of the AR-15 rifle that was adopted by the US military as … Read more
“Earth Day” is Communist
“Earth Day” a day of social awareness and community service, they “say” it started in 1970.., but… “Subbotnik” is a communist day of volunteer work ‘cleaning up’ in devotion to … Read more
The Red Barron, Shot Down (1918)
4-21-1918 The Red Barron, Shot Down Manfred von Richthofen “The Red Baron”, was shot down and killed over Vaux sur Somme (in France) Canadian pilot Arthur Roy Brown credited with … Read more
Battles of Lexington & Concord (1775)
April 19, 1775 First military engagements of the American Revolutionary War The battles of Lexington, Concord, near Boston. The battles marked the outbreak of open armed conflict between the Kingdom … Read more
United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)
Happy Birthday to United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)! U.S. Special Operations Command was established today APRIL 17, 1987 https://www.instagram.com/p/BS_nTu9gAiC/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Arizona Constitutional Carry (2010)
Arizona Constitutional Carry April 16, 2010 Arizona Gov. (Brewer) signed into law a bill making Arizona the third state allowing people to carry a concealed weapon without requiring a permit. … Read more
Thomas Jefferson (83) Born
April 13, 1743 – July 4, 1826 Thomas Jefferson was born third President of the United States from 1801 to 1809 #ThomasJefferson #GunChannels #MyFavoriteFounder #WeNeedMoreJeffersons #Monticello https://www.instagram.com/p/BS2x70qg0Nx/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Gold Star Wives Day
set aside to recognize the sacrifices of Gold Star wives. a day in which we honor and remember all of our Gold Star spouses who have committed and sacrificed so … Read more
Roy E. Weatherby (77) Died
Roy E. Weatherby (September 4, 1910 – April 4, 1988) age 77 Roy founded Weatherby, Inc. In 1945 @weatherbyinc #GunChannels #GunLegends #TalesOfTheGun #KnowGuns #GunLife #GunHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BSejWwdgm2C/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Arizona 2nd State to Legalize Suppressors for Hunting (2012)
Arizona becomes 2nd state to legalize suppresors for hunting. March 29, 2012 Governor Jan Brewer signed, House Bill 2728, which grants hunters in Arizona the right to use legally owned … Read more
Medal of Honor Day
oday is National Medal of Honor Day! The first Medals of Honor were presented on March 25, 1863. To commemorate this date and all Medal of Honor recipients, Congress declared … Read more
“Give me liberty, or give me death” (1775)
Patrick Henry speech he made the House of Burgesses on March 23, 1775, in Saint John’s Church in Richmond, Virginia. The House was undecided on whether to mobilize for military … Read more
Hillary Hole = Smith & Wesson + Clinton (2000)
March 17, 2000 Smith and Wesson signed an unprecedented agreement with the Clinton administration to include safety locks with all their handguns & any new firearms would not take a … Read more
K 9 Veterans Day (1942)
March 13, 1942 is the official birthday of the United States K9 Corps
National K9 Veterans Day is celebrated on March 13th on the official birthday of the US Army K9 Corps, which was formed in 1942.
ATF vs. M855 Ammo (2015)
Remember in 2015, when ATF decided M855 ammo was a problem?Remember how public opinion & feedback prevented ATF from following through on any ban https://www.instagram.com/p/BReLVLaAKcS/?taken-by=gunwebsites #BeTheChange #M855 #AmmoBan #JustTheTip #GreenTip #ArmorPiercing ATF … Read more
Yisrael Galil (72) Died
Yisrael Galil Jan 1, 1923 – Mar 9, 1995 Best known for inventing the Galil rifle. He also helped create the Uzi #GunChannels #GunHistory #Galil #AK47 #Uzi https://www.instagram.com/p/BRaeZRJgKnw/?taken-by=gunwebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/BCwpvQmqhXs/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Georg Luger (74) Born
Georg Johann Luger March 6, 1849 – Dec 22, 1923 Designed of the Luger pistol and the 9×19mm Parabellum cartridge. #GunHistory #9mm #Luger https://www.instagram.com/p/BRT5EAvApgg/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Luger P08 Patented (1904)
Luger P08 (Parabellum) 9mm pistol Patented on March 1st, 1904 By Georg Johann Luger He was also the designer of the Luger pistol and the 9×19mm Parabellum cartridge. #GunHistory #Luger #P08 #LugerLife … Read more
Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act (1994)
Feb 28, 1994 Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act Brady Law, imposing a wait-period to buy a hand-gun, went into effect. It amended the #1968GCA and imposed a 5-day waiting period for handgun … Read more
England’s Handgun Ban (1997)
Feb. 27, 1997 Never here https://www.instagram.com/p/zm2js7KhTU/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Richard Gatling (85) Died
Richard Gatling (Sep 12, 1818 – Feb 26, 1903) Gatling gun was named after him #GatlingGun #GunWebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/BQ_RjZkgdtD/?taken-by=gunwebsites
.223 Day
oday is the day we give attention to our beloved #GopherRound February 23rd Feb 23 2/23 .223 #ammo #AR15 #AmmoCollecting #Bullets #Feb23rd #Happy223Day #556×45#556 #NotMyRifleBullet Bonus #TacticalQuiz can you ID whats in this photo? https://www.instagram.com/p/BQ3OhdrAo4h/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Robin Moore (82) Died
Robert Lowell “Robin” Moore, Jr.
(October 31, 1925 – February 21, 2008)
an American writer who is most known for his books
- The Green Berets
- The French Connection
A True Account of Cops, Narcotics, and International Conspiracy - The Happy Hooker: My Own Story
(with Xaviera Hollander and Yvonne Dunleavy)
Yevgeny Dragunov – Born
Yevgeny Fyodorovich Dragunov (71) (Евге́ний Фёдорович Драгуно́в) Born Feb 20, 1920 – Aug 4, 1991 1939 – Began military service 1959 – Dragunov submitted his design for the SVD 1963 … Read more
Hiram Percy Maxim (66) Died
Hiram Percy Maxim Sept 2, 1869 – Feb 17, 1936 age 66 * He was the son of Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim, inventor of the Maxim Machine gun Hiram Percy … Read more
1911 Patent Filed (1910)
Feb. 17, 1910
Browning files the patent for the 1911
It would serve as the official United States military sidearm for almost 75 years.
1911 Patented Today
1911 was patented on Feb 14, 1911 The 1911 was formally adopted by the Army on March 29, 1911, when it was designated Model of 1911, later changed to Model … Read more
600 Miles – Movie Release (2016)
Yea, I (technically) share a scene on the big screen with #TimRoth in the movie ‘600 Miles’…. And yeah I watched it today for the first time in the theater, sitting next … Read more
Laser Gun aboard a 747 Jumbo Jet (2010)
Feb 11, 2010 The US military used a laser gun aboard a Boeing 747 jumbo jet to shoot down a missile near Point Mugu, Ventura County, Ca. The airborne laser … Read more
Sir Hiram Maxim (76) Born
Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim (Feb 5, 1840 – Nov 24, 1916) Invented the Maxim Gun In 1883: the first recoil-operated machine gun * Father of Suppressor Inventor ** Brother of … Read more
Hudson Maxim (74) Born
Hudson Maxim (February 3, 1853 – May 6, 1927) Invented Smokeless Gun Powder (in the USA) in 1890 *Brother of the Machine Gun Inventor **Uncle of the Suppressor Inventor ***No … Read more
Gun Websites Created (2004)
We had started making websites about guns, but at the end of 2004. we decided to unite them all under one website After our first year of SHOT Show (as … Read more
.40 S&W cartridge debuted
.40 S&W cartridge debuted January 17, 1990 Smith & Wesson developed the new cartridge for the Model 4006 pistol #GunChannels #40SW #40Guy #SoGladItsNot9mm #ReadyToStepUpYourGame ? https://www.instagram.com/p/BPXA9gtDhbv/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Obama signed 23 Gun-Related Executive Orders (2013)
Jan 16, 2013 President Obama signed 23 gun-related executive orders. #NeverForget #GunChannels #Every2ndMatters https://www.instagram.com/p/BPVA2pODrc3/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Wilhelm Mauser (48) Died
Wilhelm Mauser May 2, 1834 – Jan 13, 1882 Designed the Mauser Model 1871 rifle #Rifle #Mauser #RealGuns #FirearmsHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BTo2YO0gXCZ/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Gun Websites on Modern Marvels (2012)
Modern Marvels Season 1 Episode 16 My guns are on @netflix !!! It was around this time of year i found out that my guns are on Netflix, in the episode of … Read more
CCW in National Parks (2009)
Jan 11, 2009 A U.S. federal rule change took effect allowing visitors to carry a loaded gun into a park or wildlife refuge as long as the person had a … Read more
Samuel Colt (48) Died
July 19, 1814 – January 10, 1862 Samuel Colt born, inventor of the first practical revolver, 1814 – 1862 https://www.instagram.com/p/BWyEtXagtX6/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Yisrael Galil (72) Born
Yisrael Galil Jan 1, 1923 – Mar 9, 1995 Best known for inventing the Galil rifle. He also helped create the Uzi #GunChannels #GunHistory #Galil #AK47 #Uzi https://www.instagram.com/p/BRaeZRJgKnw/?taken-by=gunwebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/BCwpvQmqhXs/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Wounded Knee Creek, SD (1890)
Dec. 29, 1890 A Lakota encampment was attacked by the U.S. Army close to 300 Native Americans were murdered near Wounded Knee Creek in South Dakota. https://www.instagram.com/p/BOmYuhCjaVa/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Mikhail Kalashnikov (94) Died
Mikhail Timofeyevich Kalashnikov Михаи́л Тимофе́евич Кала́шников (November 10, 1919 – December 23, 2013) Russian general, inventor, military engineer, writer and small arms designer. https://www.instagram.com/p/BOaQlNgDIRr/?taken-by=gunwebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/96YSUUqhck/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Georg Luger (74) Died
Georg Johann Luger March 6, 1849 – Dec 22, 1923 Designed of the Luger pistol and the 9×19mm Parabellum cartridge. #GunHistory #9mm #Luger https://www.instagram.com/p/BRT5EAvApgg/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Uziel Gal (79) Born
Mr. Uziel Gal (December 15, 1923 – September 7, 2002) Uziel Gal (79), the inventor of Israel’s Uzi submachine gun, Uziel (Uzi) Gal was born on 15 December 1923, as Gothard Glas. … Read more
Bill of Rights (1791)
December 15, 1791 The Bill of Rights (the first ten amendments to the Constitution) was adopted after being ratified by three-fourths of the states. #USA #BillOfRights #RightsNotPrivileges https://www.instagram.com/p/BOCu8rJjufq/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Border Patrol Agent Brian Terry Killed (2010)
Dec. 14, 2010 Border patrol agent Brian Terry was killed in a firefight with Mexican drug runners. 2 rifles recovered at the scene were from the ATF’s#OperationFastAndFurious illegal gun-running scandal @BrianTerryFoundation … Read more
Sandy Hook (2012)
DECEMBER 14, 2012 They will use the actions of individuals against all of us… … if we let them. You work & earn money for the power it gives you.. … Read more
Pearl Harbor Day
“A day which will live in infamy” – Franklin D. Roosevelt December 7, 1941, Japan attacked Pearl Harbor, Hawaii
“a date which will live in infamy…” (1941)
“December 7th, 1941 a date which will live in infamy…” – Franklin Delano Roosevelt https://www.instagram.com/p/BNuLD4bDBCn/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Civil Air Patrol (USAF Auxiliary) Birthday
Civil Air Patrol (USAF Auxiliary) Birthday
Brady Bill (1993)
Nov 30, 1993 President Clinton signed into law the Brady bill, which required a 5-day waiting period & background checks #GunChannels #GunLaws #NeverForget #IfALawDontWorkRepealIt https://www.instagram.com/p/BNbvrl1DPDU/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Bruce Lee (33) Born
Bruce Lee (Nov 27, 1940 – July 20, 1973) #Respect https://www.instagram.com/p/-mVNyiqhRY/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Sir Hiram Maxim (76) Died
Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim (Feb 5, 1840 – Nov 24, 1916) Invented the Maxim Gun In 1883: the first recoil-operated machine gun * Father of Suppressor Inventor ** Brother of … Read more
Eugene Stoner (74) Born
Eugene Morrison Stoner (November 22, 1922 – April 24, 1997) American firearms designer who is most associated with the development of the AR-15 rifle that was adopted by the US military as … Read more
National Rifle Association Chartered (1871)
National Rifle Association was chartered today in New York on Nov 17, 1871 #NationalRifleAssociation #NRA #1871 #GunTraining #GunSafety#GunLaws https://www.instagram.com/p/BM6swp3j_ig/?taken-by=gunwebsites
GunChannels.com Created (2013)
GunChannels.com Was created today in 2013 Thanks to all who participate in our firearm focused community @GunChannels #GunChannels NOVEMBER 15, 2013 https://www.instagram.com/p/BM2LO-wDP63/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Veterans Day
The anniversary date of the signing of the armistice which ended the World War I a day set aside to thank military veterans for their service
Marine Corps Birthday (1775)
Today in 1775, the Continental Marines were established. Thanks to the United States Marine Corps #Marines #USMC https://www.instagram.com/p/BMow4FJDYxi/?taken-by=gunwebsites
U.S. House of Representatives passed the “Brady Bill” (1993)
Nov 10, 1993 The U.S. House of Representatives passed the “Brady Bill” It called for a five-day waiting period for handgun purchases. #KnowHistory #NeverForget #EndTheCheck #GunChannels https://www.instagram.com/p/BMpFLlWDcsY/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Mikhail Kalashnikov (94) Born
Mikhail Timofeyevich Kalashnikov Михаи́л Тимофе́евич Кала́шников (November 10, 1919 – December 23, 2013) Russian general, inventor, military engineer, writer and small arms designer. https://www.instagram.com/p/96YSUUqhck/?taken-by=gunwebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/BOaQlNgDIRr/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Robin Moore (82) Born
Robert Lowell “Robin” Moore, Jr.
(October 31, 1925 – February 21, 2008)
an American writer who is most known for his books
- The Green Berets
- The French Connection
A True Account of Cops, Narcotics, and International Conspiracy - The Happy Hooker: My Own Story
(with Xaviera Hollander and Yvonne Dunleavy)
National Day of the Deployed
to honor all of the brave men and woman who have been deployed and are sacrificing, or have sacrificed, their lives to fight for our country and acknowledges their families … Read more
Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (2005)
October 26, 2005 The Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act & Child Safety Lock Act The PLCAA provided the gun industry with immunity from most tort liability. These prohibited … Read more
Gunfight at the O.K. Corral (1881)
On Wednesday, October 26, 1881 At approximately 3:00PM the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday #GunChannels #OldWest #Cowboys #Gamblers #Tombstone#Arizona #WyattErp #DocHoliday https://www.instagram.com/p/BMD8VhWjnpg/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Gun Control Act (1968)
Oct 22, 1968 Gun Control Act the US Congress expanded gun ownership prohibitions President Johnson signed the Gun Control Act of 1968 #GunLaws #GunHistory #1968GCA https://www.instagram.com/p/BL3rF43jvZ5/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Ms. Veteran America Pageant
http://www.msveteranamerica.org/
Browning’s 1st Patent (1879)
10-7-1879 John Browning patented his first firearm, a single-shot falling-block rifle. He was 24 years old in 1879 #KnowOurHistory #BePartOfOurHistory #GunChannels #Browning #JMB#TheGunFather https://www.instagram.com/p/BLRZsuwD504/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Battle of Mogadishu (1993)
The Battle of Mogadishu was part of Operation Gothic Serpent and was fought on 3 and 4 October 1993, in Mogadishu, Somalia Between forces of the United States, and Somali … Read more
Arizona CCW in Bars (2009)
Sep 30, 2009 In Arizona a new law took effect allowing people with concealed weapons permits to enter bars and restaurants, that haven’t posted signs banning guns. Those carrying weapons … Read more
Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day (1936)
A day set aside to honor the families of our nation’s fallen service members On June 23, 1936, then President Franklin D. Roosevelt permanently established the last Sunday of September … Read more
National Hunting Fishing Day
Fourth Saturday in September National Hunting and Fishing Day is observed each year on the fourth Saturday in September. This day was created as a day to enjoy the sport of … Read more
9x19mm Day
Happy 9x19mm Day #TooBadIts9mm Day #9mmIsSo2015 https://www.instagram.com/p/BKjm7WcgEBM/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Air Force Birthday
Sept 18, 1947 President Truman signed the National Security Act which created the U.S. Air Force as an independent service, equal to the US Army and US Navy #AimHigh #FlyFightWin #UboAbAlto #OneOverAll … Read more
Constitution Day (1787)
Constitution Day (or Citizenship Day) a federal observance that recognizes the adoption of the United States Constitution and those who have become U.S. citizens. Observed to remember September 17, 1787 … Read more
POW / MIA Recognition Day
A time set aside to remember those who were prisoners of war (POW) and those who are missing in action (MIA), as well as their families U.S. National POW/MIA Recognition … Read more
Missouri Constitutional Carry (2016)
Constitutional Carry in Missouri SEPTEMBER 14, 2016 https://www.instagram.com/p/BKXPI_XAb2M/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Assault Weapons Ban & Sunset (1994 – 2004)
Anniversary of the AWB Sunset Sept 13, 1994 – Sept 13, 2004 #AWB #AssaultWeaponsBan #unjustlaw #CompromiseThis #ItFailedBecauseItsBad https://www.instagram.com/p/BKTWHhZgrZ8/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Assault Weapons Ban & Sunset (1994 – 2004)
Anniversary of the AWB Sunset Sept 13, 1994 – Sept 13, 2004 #AWB #AssaultWeaponsBan #unjustlaw #CompromiseThis #ItFailedBecauseItsBad https://www.instagram.com/p/BKTWHhZgrZ8/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Richard Gatling (85) Born
Richard Gatling (Sep 12, 1818 – Feb 26, 1903) Gatling gun was named after him #GatlingGun #GunWebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/BQ_RjZkgdtD/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Patriot Day
annual observance on September 11 to remember those who were injured or died during the terrorist attacks in the United States on September 11, 2001
Colorado Voters removed Democrats who Support of Gun Control (2013)
Sept. 10, 2013 Colorado voters removed from public office Democrats John Morse & Angela Giron, for their support of gun-control laws that mandated background checks on private gun sales and … Read more
Uziel Gal (79) Died
Mr. Uziel Gal (December 15, 1923 – September 7, 2002) Uziel Gal (79), the inventor of Israel’s Uzi submachine gun, Uziel (Uzi) Gal was born on 15 December 1923, as Gothard Glas. … Read more
Roy E. Weatherby (77) Born
Roy E. Weatherby (September 4, 1910 – April 4, 1988) age 77 Roy founded Weatherby, Inc. In 1945 @weatherbyinc #GunChannels #GunLegends #TalesOfTheGun #KnowGuns #GunLife #GunHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BSejWwdgm2C/?taken-by=gunwebsites
World War II Ends (1945)
Sept 2nd, 1945 World War II Ends Combat ends in the Pacific The Japanese Instrument of Surrender is signed and accepted aboard the battleship USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay https://www.instagram.com/p/7ImyoRqhU6/?taken-by=gunwebsites … Read more
Hiram Percy Maxim (66) Born
Hiram Percy Maxim Sept 2, 1869 – Feb 17, 1936 age 66 * He was the son of Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim, inventor of the Maxim Machine gun Hiram Percy … Read more
Hiram Percy Maxim (66) Born
Hiram Percy Maxim Sept 2, 1869 – Feb 17, 1936 age 66 * He was the son of Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim, inventor of the Maxim Machine gun Hiram Percy … Read more
Skynet Becomes Self-Aware (1997)
At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness Skynet (artificial intelligence system) developed for the U.S. military (SAC / NORAD) by Cyberdyne Systems to control the … Read more
Firearms Events, Gun Show Schedules, Gun History, Special Event Coverage Gun Show Calendars Shooting Events US Gun History Guns Inventions Firearms Laws Gun Control Firearms Inventors Birthdays Deaths Firearms Events … Read more
National PTSD Awareness Day
A day set aside to raise public awareness about issues related to PTSD
Ruby Ridge (1992)
Ruby Ridge was a deadly confrontation & siege in northern Idaho for 10 days at a home in August 1992
Randy Weaver, his family and friend Kevin Harris, were attacked by agents of the United States Marshals Service (USMS) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Airborne Day
Aug 16th
A day designated by the United States Congress to honor the nation’s airborne forces of the Armed Forces.
It was created in 2001 by George W. Bush
Ring of Fire Factory Tour (2016)
Gun Websites Gun Show Loophole Tour
California 2016
Google Maps (on the phone) ain’t got nothing on a few paper towels and a sharpie marker… As useful as @GoogleMaps can be, it can’t plan a multi-location route.. and that is lame
Thank you for your sacrifice
And, to clarify…
You CAN remember the fallen, WITHOUT writing it on a U.S. Flag
Red Dawn Day (1984)
Happy Red Dawn Day
Aug 10th 1984
The best movie ever made was released..
Are you watching Red Dawn today?
Smith and Wesson patented Metal Cartridges (1854)
Aug 8, 1854
Smith and Wesson patented metal bullet cartridges for their revolver – first practical revolver with self-contained ammunition
VJ Day (1945)
VJ (Victory over Japan) Day (1945)
Purple Heart Day
National Purple Heart Day honors the men and women who have been wounded or killed in military service.
Skynet Activated (1997)
At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness
Skynet (artificial intelligence system) developed for the U.S. military (SAC / NORAD) by Cyberdyne Systems to control the national nuclear arsenal
Skynet was originally activated by the military on August 4, 1997
Skynet began to learn at a geometric rate. At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness
Yevgeny Dragunov (71) Died
Yevgeny Fyodorovich Dragunov (71)
(Евге́ний Фёдорович Драгуно́в)
Born Feb 20, 1920 – Aug 4, 1991
1939 – Began military service
1959 – Dragunov submitted his design for the SVD
1963 – SVD accepted into Soviet military service
Calamity Jane (51) Died
Calamity Jane May 1, 1852 – August 1, 1903 American frontierswoman and professional scout and acquaintance of Wild Bill Hickok #RealGuns #CowboyGuns #GunHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BTlCvKRAJGS/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Patent Filed on Browning Automatic Rifle B.A.R. (1917)
Aug. 1, 1917 Application for patent filed on the Browning Automatic Rifle. The B.A.R. first saw combat in 1918. #BAR #BrowningAutomaticRifle #Browning https://www.instagram.com/p/BXQgBKjgUIQ/?taken-by=gunwebsites
National Eagle Scout Day
August 1st is National #EagleScout Day! In the month of August, 1904 the first Eagle Scout Badge was earned and awarded to Arthur Eldred. Since then, over 2 million young men have … Read more
Buffalo Soldiers Day
Buffalo Soldiers Day is celebrated annually on July 28. To learn more about the brave African-Americans in the U.S. Army go to: https://www.army.mil/africanamericans/index.html https://www.instagram.com/p/BXHYUkOAvfO/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Korean War Veterans Armistice Day
Korean War Veterans Armistice Day (1953)
USMC War Dogs of World War II (1994)
Hundreds of heroic war dogs served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II.
Samuel Colt (48) Born
July 19, 1814 – January 10, 1862 Samuel Colt born, inventor of the first practical revolver, 1814 – 1862 https://www.instagram.com/p/BWyEtXagtX6/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Obama Banned all Kalashnikov Concern Imports (2014)
July 16, 2014
President Obama banned all Kalashnikov Concern products (among others) from importation into the United States
Illinois CCW (2013)
July 9, 2013 Illinois became the last state in the US to end prohibition of public possession of concealed guns. #GunChannels #GunWebsites #IllinoisCCW #IL#IllinoisCarry #ILCarry #GunLaws#GunTyrany #GunInfo #CCWLaws #GunLife https://www.instagram.com/p/BWU9mOcA9p6/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Semiautomatic Rifle Import Ban (1989)
July 7, 1989 Semiautomatic Rifle Import Ban stopped import of ‘assault style’ rifles President George H.W. Bush signs a ban on the importation of semi-automatic assault weapons .. ..six months … Read more
William Ruger (86) – Died
William Ruger Born June 21, 1916 – July 6, 2002 https://www.instagram.com/p/BWNnwycgWPY/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Thomas Jefferson (83) Died
April 13, 1743 – July 4, 1826 Thomas Jefferson was born third President of the United States from 1801 to 1809 #ThomasJefferson #GunChannels #MyFavoriteFounder #WeNeedMoreJeffersons #Monticello https://www.instagram.com/p/BS2x70qg0Nx/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Emil Franzi (78) Born
Emil Franzi’s passing marks the end of an era. He was a lion in word, deed and spirit. There are few men like him around anymore. – Bruce Ash (July 4, … Read more
Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco & Firearms created (1972)
July 1, 1972 Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco & Firearms was created Enforcement of the Gun Control Act was given to the Dept. of the Treasury’s Alcohol and Tobacco Tax Division … Read more
Federal Firearms Act (1938)
Federal Firearms Act
June 30, 1938
The FFA imposed a federal license requirement on gun manufacturers, importers, and persons in the business of selling firearms.
federal firearms licensee (FFL)
Printz v. United States (1997)
6-27-1997 Printz v. United States U.S. Supreme Court case that ruled the Brady Law requirement for background checks unconstitutional (violated 10th Amendment). #GunLaws #SCOUS #SupremeCourt #BradyLaw #BadLawsGetRemoved https://www.instagram.com/p/BV2fu_vg5pv/?taken-by=gunwebsites
National Firearms Act (1934)
June 26, 1934 National Firearms Act President Franklin D. Roosevelt hoped this act would eliminate automatic-fire weapons like machine guns from America’s streets. Other firearms such as short-barreled shotguns and … Read more
Heller Decision (2008)
June 26, 2008 The US Supreme Court ruled 5 to 4, that Americans have an INDIVIDUAL right to own firearms, for self-defense and hunting. This was the Court’s first major … Read more
National PTSD Awareness Day
A day set aside to raise public awareness about issues related to PTSD
Start of the Korean War (1950)
Anniversary of the start of the Korean War (1950)
Baby Browning (1909)
June 21, 1909 The application for a patent on a 25 caliber semi-automatic pistol was filed. It has been manufactured and sold by both FN and Colt. It was part … Read more
William Ruger (86) – Born
William Ruger Born June 21, 1916 – July 6, 2002 https://www.instagram.com/p/BWNnwycgWPY/?taken-by=gunwebsites
United States Army Special Forces Birthday (1952)
Motto: De Oppresso Liber Founded: June 19, 1952, Fort Bragg, NC Nickname(s): Green Berets, Quiet Professionals Role: Counter-terrorism Founder: John F. Kennedy
John Wayne “Duke” (72) Died
John Wayne “Duke” American film actor, director, and producer. Born: May 26, 1907 Died: June 11, 1979 Between 1949 and 1973 Wayne was in more than 169 feature length films … Read more
(10th) SFG (Airborne) established
the first United States Army Special Forces Group “Green Berets” were established (10th) SFG (Airborne) On June 11, 1952, the first United States Army Special Forces Group “Green Berets” were … Read more
Emil Franzi (78) Died
Emil Franzi’s passing marks the end of an era. He was a lion in word, deed and spirit. There are few men like him around anymore. – Bruce Ash (July 4, … Read more
Anniversary of D-Day (1944)
Anniversary of the World War II Allied invasion in Normandy, France, know as D-Day (1944) https://www.instagram.com/p/BVAC57oA19o/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Clinton Eastwood – Born
Clinton Eastwood, Jr. May 31, 1930 What is your favorite quote? #ManWithNoName #MakeMyDay #ItsAHellOfAThingKillingAMan #ThisIsTheAK47ThePreferredWeaponOfYourEnemy #ItMakesADistinctiveSoundWhenFiredAtYou #IfYouWantAGuaranteeBuyAToaster https://www.instagram.com/p/3YCb_VqhWH/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Memorial Day (Decoration Day)
to commemorate all who have died in military service for the United States
John Wayne “Duke” (72) Born
John Wayne “Duke” American film actor, director, and producer. Born: May 26, 1907 Died: June 11, 1979 Between 1949 and 1973 Wayne was in more than 169 feature length films … Read more
Nikolay Makarov (74) Born
Nikolay Fyodorovich Makarov (Никола́й Фёдорович Мака́ров) May 22, 1914 – May 13, 1988 Designer of Makarov Pistol #GunChannels #GunWebsites #Makarov #CommiePistols #RussianGuns https://www.instagram.com/p/BUY44Xqg1V2/?taken-by=gunwebsites
NRA Cincinnati Revolt (1977)
Today in 1977, membership of the NRA voted out the old board, and changed the direction of the organization
Armed Forces Day (1949)
pay tribute to men and women who serve in the United States’ Armed Forces Today is Armed Forces Day! President Harry S. Truman led the effort to establish a single holiday … Read more
Firearm Owners Protection Act (1986)
Firearm Owners Protection Act May 19, 1986 United States federal law that revised the Gun Control Act of 1968. – Banned the sale & manufacture of Full Auto (NFA) weapons … Read more
Russia Sends 100,000 AK47 to Venezuela (2005)
May 17, 2005 Russia and Venezuela signed a contract for 100,000 Russian assault rifles to be provided to the South American nation. Am I the only one that wants a … Read more
United States v Miller (1939)
United States v Miller May 15, 1939 The United States Supreme Court decided today, in 1939, that the 1934 National Firearms Act does not violate the 2nd Amendment Since then, … Read more
Nikolay Makarov (74) Died
Nikolay Fyodorovich Makarov (Никола́й Фёдорович Мака́ров) May 22, 1914 – May 13, 1988 Designer of Makarov Pistol #GunChannels #GunWebsites #Makarov #CommiePistols #RussianGuns https://www.instagram.com/p/BUY44Xqg1V2/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Children of Fallen Patriots Day
A day to honor the families our Fallen Heroes have left behind – especially their children
US Senate Rejected Background Checks at Gun Shows (1999)
May 12, 1999 US Senate rejected 51 to 47 a Democratic proposal that would have required background checks for firearms sales at gun-shows. Now, 18 years later, we are under … Read more
US Senate Rejected Background Checks at Gun Shows (1999)
May 12, 1999 US Senate rejected 51 to 47 a Democratic proposal that would have required background checks for firearms sales at gun-shows. Now, 18 years later, we are under … Read more
Military Spouse Appreciation Day
to acknowledge the contributions and sacrifices of the spouses of the U.S. Armed Forces https://www.instagram.com/p/BUAFdFqgN1Z/?taken-by=gunwebsites
VE (Victory in Europe) Day
anniversary of the Allies’ victory in Europe during World War II on May 8, 1945
V-E Day (1945)
Victory in Europe Day V-E Day May 8, 1945 celebrated on May 8th Today marks the formal acceptance of Nazi Germany’s unconditional surrender This marked the end of World War … Read more
Hudson Maxim (74) Died
Hudson Maxim (February 3, 1853 – May 6, 1927) Invented Smokeless Gun Powder (in the USA) in 1890 *Brother of the Machine Gun Inventor **Uncle of the Suppressor Inventor ***No … Read more
Wilhelm Mauser (48) Born
Wilhelm Mauser May 2, 1834 – Jan 13, 1882 Designed the Mauser Model 1871 rifle #Rifle #Mauser #RealGuns #FirearmsHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BTo2YO0gXCZ/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Calling Forth Act (1792)
May 2, 1792
The United States Congress passes the Calling Forth Act, clarifying the procedures and the circumstances under which the president can call state militia into service.
This helped end the Whiskey Rebellion
Silver Star Service Banner Day
A day set aside to honor our wounded, ill and dying military personnel by participating in flying a Silver Star Banner
Loyalty Day
American citizens to reaffirm their loyalty to the United States and to recognize the heritage of American freedom
National Military Brats Day
Congress set aside a day each year as National Military Brats Day so Americans can say thank you to these patriots, young and grown, for their dedication and sacrifice in … Read more
L.A. Riots (1992)
L.A. Riots
April 29 – May 4th, 1992
Over six days, widespread looting, assault, arson, and killings occurred in Los Angeles, CA
#Riot
#LARiots
#rodneyking
#GunHistory
Gun Possession Near Schools Not Restricted (1995)
April 26, 1995 The U.S. Supreme Court overturned a federal law banning gun possession near schools on the grounds that it was beyond the scope of congress power to regulate … Read more
1st Shots at NRA’s Creedmoor Range (1873)
the NRA was created to promote marksmanship in 1871 NRA bought the Creed Farm for the purpose of building a rifle range. Named Creedmoor, the range opened in 1873, and … Read more
Eugene Stoner (74) Died
Eugene Morrison Stoner (November 22, 1922 – April 24, 1997) American firearms designer who is most associated with the development of the AR-15 rifle that was adopted by the US military as … Read more
“Earth Day” is Communist
“Earth Day” a day of social awareness and community service, they “say” it started in 1970.., but… “Subbotnik” is a communist day of volunteer work ‘cleaning up’ in devotion to … Read more
The Red Barron, Shot Down (1918)
4-21-1918 The Red Barron, Shot Down Manfred von Richthofen “The Red Baron”, was shot down and killed over Vaux sur Somme (in France) Canadian pilot Arthur Roy Brown credited with … Read more
Battles of Lexington & Concord (1775)
April 19, 1775 First military engagements of the American Revolutionary War The battles of Lexington, Concord, near Boston. The battles marked the outbreak of open armed conflict between the Kingdom … Read more
United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)
Happy Birthday to United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)! U.S. Special Operations Command was established today APRIL 17, 1987 https://www.instagram.com/p/BS_nTu9gAiC/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Arizona Constitutional Carry (2010)
Arizona Constitutional Carry April 16, 2010 Arizona Gov. (Brewer) signed into law a bill making Arizona the third state allowing people to carry a concealed weapon without requiring a permit. … Read more
Thomas Jefferson (83) Born
April 13, 1743 – July 4, 1826 Thomas Jefferson was born third President of the United States from 1801 to 1809 #ThomasJefferson #GunChannels #MyFavoriteFounder #WeNeedMoreJeffersons #Monticello https://www.instagram.com/p/BS2x70qg0Nx/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Gold Star Wives Day
set aside to recognize the sacrifices of Gold Star wives.a day in which we honor and remember all of our Gold Star spouses who have committed and sacrificed so much … Read more
Roy E. Weatherby (77) Died
Roy E. Weatherby (September 4, 1910 – April 4, 1988) age 77 Roy founded Weatherby, Inc. In 1945 @weatherbyinc #GunChannels #GunLegends #TalesOfTheGun #KnowGuns #GunLife #GunHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BSejWwdgm2C/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Arizona 2nd State to Legalize Suppressors for Hunting (2012)
Arizona becomes 2nd state to legalize suppresors for hunting. March 29, 2012 Governor Jan Brewer signed, House Bill 2728, which grants hunters in Arizona the right to use legally owned … Read more
Medal of Honor Day
National Medal of Honor Day! The first Medals of Honor were presented on March 25, 1863. To commemorate this date and all Medal of Honor recipients, Congress declared March 25th … Read more
“Give me liberty, or give me death” (1775)
Patrick Henry speech he made the House of Burgesses on March 23, 1775, in Saint John’s Church in Richmond, Virginia. The House was undecided on whether to mobilize for military … Read more
Hillary Hole = Smith & Wesson + Clinton (2000)
March 17, 2000 Smith and Wesson signed an unprecedented agreement with the Clinton administration to include safety locks with all their handguns & any new firearms would not take a … Read more
K 9 Veterans Day (1942)
March 13, 1942 is the official birthday of the United States K9 Corps
National K9 Veterans Day is celebrated on March 13th on the official birthday of the US Army K9 Corps, which was formed in 1942.
ATF vs. M855 Ammo (2015)
Remember in 2015, when ATF decided M855 ammo was a problem?Remember how public opinion & feedback prevented ATF from following through on any ban https://www.instagram.com/p/BReLVLaAKcS/?taken-by=gunwebsites #BeTheChange #M855 #AmmoBan #JustTheTip #GreenTip #ArmorPiercing ATF … Read more
Yisrael Galil (72) Died
Yisrael Galil Jan 1, 1923 – Mar 9, 1995 Best known for inventing the Galil rifle. He also helped create the Uzi #GunChannels #GunHistory #Galil #AK47 #Uzi https://www.instagram.com/p/BRaeZRJgKnw/?taken-by=gunwebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/BCwpvQmqhXs/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Original 1,000 Members of Gun Channels.com (2015)
Join today !! If you want to be able to tell your grandkids that you were one of the original 1,000 members of Gun Channels.com
Georg Luger (74) Born
Georg Johann Luger March 6, 1849 – Dec 22, 1923 Designed of the Luger pistol and the 9×19mm Parabellum cartridge. #GunHistory #9mm #Luger https://www.instagram.com/p/BRT5EAvApgg/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Luger P08 Patented (1904)
Luger P08 (Parabellum) 9mm pistol Patented on March 1st, 1904 By Georg Johann Luger He was also the designer of the Luger pistol and the 9×19mm Parabellum cartridge. #GunHistory #Luger #P08 #LugerLife … Read more
Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act (1994)
Feb 28, 1994 Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act Brady Law, imposing a wait-period to buy a hand-gun, went into effect. It amended the #1968GCA and imposed a 5-day waiting period for handgun … Read more
England’s Handgun Ban (1997)
Feb. 27, 1997 Never here https://www.instagram.com/p/zm2js7KhTU/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Richard Gatling (85) Died
Richard Gatling (Sep 12, 1818 – Feb 26, 1903) Gatling gun was named after him #GatlingGun #GunWebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/BQ_RjZkgdtD/?taken-by=gunwebsites
.223 Day
oday is the day we give attention to our beloved #GopherRound February 23rd Feb 23 2/23 .223 #ammo #AR15 #AmmoCollecting #Bullets #Feb23rd #Happy223Day #556×45#556 #NotMyRifleBullet Bonus #TacticalQuiz can you ID whats in this photo? https://www.instagram.com/p/BQ3OhdrAo4h/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Robin Moore (82) Died
Robert Lowell “Robin” Moore, Jr.
(October 31, 1925 – February 21, 2008)
an American writer who is most known for his books
- The Green Berets
- The French Connection
A True Account of Cops, Narcotics, and International Conspiracy - The Happy Hooker: My Own Story
(with Xaviera Hollander and Yvonne Dunleavy)
Yevgeny Dragunov – Born
Yevgeny Fyodorovich Dragunov (71) (Евге́ний Фёдорович Драгуно́в) Born Feb 20, 1920 – Aug 4, 1991 1939 – Began military service 1959 – Dragunov submitted his design for the SVD 1963 … Read more
Hiram Percy Maxim (66) Died
Hiram Percy Maxim Sept 2, 1869 – Feb 17, 1936 age 66 * He was the son of Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim, inventor of the Maxim Machine gun Hiram Percy … Read more
1911 Patent Filed (1910)
Feb. 17, 1910
Browning files the patent for the 1911
It would serve as the official United States military sidearm for almost 75 years.
1911 Patented Today (1911)
1911 was patented on Feb 14, 1911 The 1911 was formally adopted by the Army on March 29, 1911, when it was designated Model of 1911, later changed to Model … Read more
Laser Gun aboard a 747 Jumbo Jet (2010)
Feb 11, 2010 The US military used a laser gun aboard a Boeing 747 jumbo jet to shoot down a missile near Point Mugu, Ventura County, Ca. The airborne laser … Read more
Sir Hiram Maxim (76) Born
Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim (Feb 5, 1840 – Nov 24, 1916) Invented the Maxim Gun In 1883: the first recoil-operated machine gun * Father of Suppressor Inventor ** Brother of … Read more
Hudson Maxim (74) Born
Hudson Maxim (February 3, 1853 – May 6, 1927) Invented Smokeless Gun Powder (in the USA) in 1890 *Brother of the Machine Gun Inventor **Uncle of the Suppressor Inventor ***No … Read more
John Moses Browning (71) Born
John Moses Browning Jan. 23, 1855 – Nov. 26, 1926 the most successful firearms designer of the 20th century made his first firearm at age 13 awarded his first … Read more
Gun Websites Created (2004)
We had started making websites about guns, but at the end of 2004. we decided to unite them all under one website After our first year of SHOT Show (as … Read more
.40 S&W cartridge debuted (1990)
.40 S&W cartridge debuted January 17, 1990 Smith & Wesson developed the new cartridge for the Model 4006 pistol #GunChannels #40SW #40Guy #SoGladItsNot9mm #ReadyToStepUpYourGame ? https://www.instagram.com/p/BPXA9gtDhbv/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Obama signed 23 Gun-Related Executive Orders (2013)
Jan 16, 2013 President Obama signed 23 gun-related executive orders. #NeverForget #GunChannels #Every2ndMatters https://www.instagram.com/p/BPVA2pODrc3/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Wilhelm Mauser (48) Died
Wilhelm Mauser May 2, 1834 – Jan 13, 1882 Designed the Mauser Model 1871 rifle #Rifle #Mauser #RealGuns #FirearmsHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BTo2YO0gXCZ/?taken-by=gunwebsites
CCW in National Parks (2009)
Jan 11, 2009 A U.S. federal rule change took effect allowing visitors to carry a loaded gun into a park or wildlife refuge as long as the person had a … Read more
Samuel Colt (48) Died
July 19, 1814 – January 10, 1862 Samuel Colt born, inventor of the first practical revolver, 1814 – 1862 https://www.instagram.com/p/BWyEtXagtX6/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Yisrael Galil (72) Born
Yisrael Galil Jan 1, 1923 – Mar 9, 1995 Best known for inventing the Galil rifle. He also helped create the Uzi #GunChannels #GunHistory #Galil #AK47 #Uzi https://www.instagram.com/p/BRaeZRJgKnw/?taken-by=gunwebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/BCwpvQmqhXs/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Wounded Knee Creek, SD (1890)
Dec. 29, 1890 A Lakota encampment was attacked by the U.S. Army close to 300 Native Americans were murdered near Wounded Knee Creek in South Dakota. https://www.instagram.com/p/BOmYuhCjaVa/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Mikhail Kalashnikov (94) Died
Mikhail Timofeyevich Kalashnikov Михаи́л Тимофе́евич Кала́шников (November 10, 1919 – December 23, 2013) Russian general, inventor, military engineer, writer and small arms designer. https://www.instagram.com/p/96YSUUqhck/?taken-by=gunwebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/BOaQlNgDIRr/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Georg Luger (74) Died
Georg Johann Luger March 6, 1849 – Dec 22, 1923 Designed of the Luger pistol and the 9×19mm Parabellum cartridge. #GunHistory #9mm #Luger https://www.instagram.com/p/BRT5EAvApgg/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Uziel Gal (79) Born
Mr. Uziel Gal (December 15, 1923 – September 7, 2002) Uziel Gal (79), the inventor of Israel’s Uzi submachine gun, Uziel (Uzi) Gal was born on 15 December 1923, as Gothard Glas. … Read more
Bill of Rights (1791)
December 15, 1791 The Bill of Rights (the first ten amendments to the Constitution) was adopted after being ratified by three-fourths of the states. #USA #BillOfRights #RightsNotPrivileges https://www.instagram.com/p/BOCu8rJjufq/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Border Patrol Agent Brian Terry Killed (2010)
Dec. 14, 2010 Border patrol agent Brian Terry was killed in a firefight with Mexican drug runners. 2 rifles recovered at the scene were from the ATF’s#OperationFastAndFurious illegal gun-running scandal @BrianTerryFoundation … Read more
“a date which will live in infamy…” (1941)
“December 7th, 1941 a date which will live in infamy…” – Franklin Delano Roosevelt https://www.instagram.com/p/BNuLD4bDBCn/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Civil Air Patrol (USAF Auxiliary) Birthday
Civil Air Patrol (USAF Auxiliary) Birthday
Brady Bill (1993)
Nov 30, 1993
President Clinton signed into law the Brady bill, which required a 5-day waiting period & background checks
Bruce Lee (33) Born
Bruce Lee (Nov 27, 1940 – July 20, 1973) #Respect https://www.instagram.com/p/-mVNyiqhRY/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Sir Hiram Maxim (76) Died
Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim (Feb 5, 1840 – Nov 24, 1916) Invented the Maxim Gun In 1883: the first recoil-operated machine gun * Father of Suppressor Inventor ** Brother of … Read more
Eugene Stoner (74) Born
Eugene Morrison Stoner (November 22, 1922 – April 24, 1997) American firearms designer who is most associated with the development of the AR-15 rifle that was adopted by the US military as … Read more
National Rifle Association Chartered (1871)
National Rifle Association was chartered today in New York on Nov 17, 1871 #NationalRifleAssociation #NRA #1871 #GunTraining #GunSafety#GunLaws https://www.instagram.com/p/BM6swp3j_ig/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Veterans Day
The anniversary date of the signing of the armistice which ended the World War I a day set aside to thank military veterans for their service
U.S. House of Representatives passed the “Brady Bill” (1993)
Nov 10, 1993 The U.S. House of Representatives passed the “Brady Bill” It called for a five-day waiting period for handgun purchases. #KnowHistory #NeverForget #EndTheCheck #GunChannels https://www.instagram.com/p/BMpFLlWDcsY/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Mikhail Kalashnikov (94) Born
Mikhail Timofeyevich Kalashnikov Михаи́л Тимофе́евич Кала́шников (November 10, 1919 – December 23, 2013) Russian general, inventor, military engineer, writer and small arms designer. https://www.instagram.com/p/BOaQlNgDIRr/?taken-by=gunwebsites Welcome to Gun Websites https://www.instagram.com/p/96YSUUqhck/?taken-by=gunwebsites … Read more
Robin Moore (82) Born
Robert Lowell “Robin” Moore, Jr.
(October 31, 1925 – February 21, 2008)
an American writer who is most known for his books
- The Green Berets
- The French Connection
A True Account of Cops, Narcotics, and International Conspiracy - The Happy Hooker: My Own Story
(with Xaviera Hollander and Yvonne Dunleavy)
National Day of the Deployed
to honor all of the brave men and woman who have been deployed and are sacrificing, or have sacrificed, their lives to fight for our country and acknowledges their families … Read more
Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (2005)
October 26, 2005
The Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act
& Child Safety Lock Act
Gunfight at the O.K. Corral (1881)
On Wednesday, October 26, 1881 At approximately 3:00PM the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday #GunChannels #OldWest #Cowboys #Gamblers #Tombstone#Arizona #WyattErp #DocHoliday https://www.instagram.com/p/BMD8VhWjnpg/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Ms. Veteran America Pageant
http://www.msveteranamerica.org/
Browning’s 1st Patent (1879)
10-7-1879 John Browning patented his first firearm, a single-shot falling-block rifle. He was 24 years old in 1879 #KnowOurHistory #BePartOfOurHistory #GunChannels #Browning #JMB#TheGunFather https://www.instagram.com/p/BLRZsuwD504/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Battle of Mogadishu (1993)
The Battle of Mogadishu was part of Operation Gothic Serpent and was fought on 3 and 4 October 1993, in Mogadishu, Somalia Between forces of the United States, and Somali … Read more
Arizona CCW in Bars (2009)
Sep 30, 2009 In Arizona a new law took effect allowing people with concealed weapons permits to enter bars and restaurants, that haven’t posted signs banning guns. Those carrying weapons … Read more
Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day (1936)
A day set aside to honor the families of our nation’s fallen service members On June 23, 1936, then President Franklin D. Roosevelt permanently established the last Sunday of September … Read more
9x19mm Day
Happy 9x19mm Day #TooBadIts9mm Day #9mmIsSo2015 https://www.instagram.com/p/BKjm7WcgEBM/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Air Force Birthday
Sept 18, 1947 President Truman signed the National Security Act which created the U.S. Air Force as an independent service, equal to the US Army and US Navy #AimHigh #FlyFightWin #UboAbAlto #OneOverAll … Read more
Constitution Day (1787)
Constitution Day (or Citizenship Day) a federal observance that recognizes the adoption of the United States Constitution and those who have become U.S. citizens. Observed to remember September 17, 1787 … Read more
POW / MIA Recognition Day
A time set aside to remember those who were prisoners of war (POW) and those who are missing in action (MIA), as well as their families U.S. National POW/MIA Recognition … Read more
Missouri Constitutional Carry (2016)
Constitutional Carry in Missouri SEPTEMBER 14, 2016 https://www.instagram.com/p/BKXPI_XAb2M/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Assault Weapons Ban & Sunset (1994 – 2004)
Anniversary of the AWB Sunset Sept 13, 1994 – Sept 13, 2004 #AWB #AssaultWeaponsBan #unjustlaw #CompromiseThis #ItFailedBecauseItsBad https://www.instagram.com/p/BKTWHhZgrZ8/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Richard Gatling (85) Born
Richard Gatling (Sep 12, 1818 – Feb 26, 1903) Gatling gun was named after him #GatlingGun #GunWebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/BQ_RjZkgdtD/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Patriot Day
annual observance on September 11 to remember those who were injured or died during the terrorist attacks in the United States on September 11, 2001
Colorado Voters removed Democrats who Support of Gun Control (2013)
Sept. 10, 2013 Colorado voters removed from public office Democrats John Morse & Angela Giron, for their support of gun-control laws that mandated background checks on private gun sales and … Read more
Uziel Gal (79) Died
Mr. Uziel Gal (December 15, 1923 – September 7, 2002) Uziel Gal (79), the inventor of Israel’s Uzi submachine gun, Uziel (Uzi) Gal was born on 15 December 1923, as Gothard Glas. … Read more
Roy E. Weatherby (77) Born
Roy E. Weatherby (September 4, 1910 – April 4, 1988) age 77 Roy founded Weatherby, Inc. In 1945 @weatherbyinc #GunChannels #GunLegends #TalesOfTheGun #KnowGuns #GunLife #GunHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BSejWwdgm2C/?taken-by=gunwebsites
World War II Ends (1945)
Sept 2nd, 1945 World War II Ends Combat ends in the Pacific The Japanese Instrument of Surrender is signed and accepted aboard the battleship USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay https://www.instagram.com/p/7ImyoRqhU6/?taken-by=gunwebsites … Read more
Hiram Percy Maxim (66) Born
Hiram Percy Maxim Sept 2, 1869 – Feb 17, 1936 age 66 * He was the son of Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim, inventor of the Maxim Machine gun Hiram Percy … Read more
Ruby Ridge (1992)
Ruby Ridge was a deadly confrontation & siege in northern Idaho for 10 days at a home in August 1992 Randy Weaver, his family and friend Kevin Harris, were attacked … Read more
Airborne Day
Aug 16th A day designated by the United States Congress to honor the nation’s airborne forces of the Armed Forces. It was created in 2001 by George W. Bush https://www.instagram.com/p/BX3Kx5hAbFE/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Ring of Fire Factory Tour (2016)
Gun Websites Gun Show Loophole Tour California 2016 Google Maps (on the phone) ain’t got nothing on a few paper towels and a sharpie marker… As useful as @GoogleMaps can be, it … Read more
Red Dawn Day (1984)
Happy Red Dawn Day Aug 10th 1984 The best movie ever made was released.. Are you watching Red Dawn today? #RedDawn #Wolverines #TheChairIsAgainstTheWall #JohnHasALongMustache #AllThatAngerWillBurnYouUp #AvengeMe https://www.instagram.com/p/BI7cdPBAzML/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Smith and Wesson Patented Metal Cartridges (1854)
Aug 8, 1854 Smith and Wesson patented metal bullet cartridges for their revolver – first practical revolver with self-contained ammunition https://www.instagram.com/p/BXj2vfeAlUu/?taken-by=gunwebsites
VJ Day (Victory over Japan)
VJ (Victory over Japan) Day (1945)
Purple Heart Day
National Purple Heart Day honors the men and women who have been wounded or killed in military service.
Skynet Activated (1997)
At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness Skynet (artificial intelligence system) developed for the U.S. military (SAC / NORAD) by Cyberdyne Systems to control the … Read more
Yevgeny Dragunov (71) Died
Yevgeny Fyodorovich Dragunov (71) (Евге́ний Фёдорович Драгуно́в) Born Feb 20, 1920 – Aug 4, 1991 1939 – Began military service 1959 – Dragunov submitted his design for the SVD 1963 … Read more
Calamity Jane (51) Died
Calamity Jane May 1, 1852 – August 1, 1903 American frontierswoman and professional scout and acquaintance of Wild Bill Hickok #RealGuns #CowboyGuns #GunHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BTlCvKRAJGS/?taken-by=gunwebsites
patent filed on the Browning Automatic Rifle B.A.R.
Aug. 1, 1917 Application for patent filed on the Browning Automatic Rifle. The B.A.R. first saw combat in 1918. #BAR #BrowningAutomaticRifle #Browning https://www.instagram.com/p/BXQgBKjgUIQ/?taken-by=gunwebsites
National Eagle Scout Day
August 1st is National #EagleScout Day! In the month of August, 1904 the first Eagle Scout Badge was earned and awarded to Arthur Eldred. Since then, over 2 million young men have … Read more
Buffalo Soldiers Day
Buffalo Soldiers Day is celebrated annually on July 28. To learn more about the brave African-Americans in the U.S. Army go to: https://www.army.mil/africanamericans/index.html https://www.instagram.com/p/BXHYUkOAvfO/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Korean War Veterans Armistice Day
Korean War Veterans Armistice Day (1953)
USMC War Dogs of World War II (1994)
Hundreds of heroic war dogs served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II. Most were Doberman Pinschers, German Shepherds, Labrador Retrievers and occasionally, a Collie served during … Read more
Samuel Colt (48) Born
July 19, 1814 – January 10, 1862 Samuel Colt born, inventor of the first practical revolver, 1814 – 1862 https://www.instagram.com/p/BWyEtXagtX6/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Obama banned all Kalashnikov Concern Imports (2014)
July 16, 2014 President Obama banned all Kalashnikov Concern products (among others) from importation into the United States #NeverForget #GunChannels #GunWebsites #AK #kalash #AK47#AK47collector #GunLife #GunLaws#BestGunSalesman https://www.instagram.com/p/BWm2A_ZgnPX/?taken-by=gunwebsites Is there any reason this needs to be … Read more
Illinois CCW (2013)
July 9, 2013 Illinois became the last state in the US to end prohibition of public possession of concealed guns. #GunChannels #GunWebsites #IllinoisCCW #IL#IllinoisCarry #ILCarry #GunLaws#GunTyrany #GunInfo #CCWLaws #GunLife https://www.instagram.com/p/BWU9mOcA9p6/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Semiautomatic Rifle Import Ban (1989)
July 7, 1989 Semiautomatic Rifle Import Ban stopped import of ‘assault style’ rifles President George H.W. Bush signs a ban on the importation of semi-automatic assault weapons .. ..six months … Read more
William Ruger (86) – Died
William Ruger Born June 21, 1916 – July 6, 2002 https://www.instagram.com/p/BWNnwycgWPY/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Thomas Jefferson (83) Died
April 13, 1743 – July 4, 1826 Thomas Jefferson was born third President of the United States from 1801 to 1809 #ThomasJefferson #GunChannels #MyFavoriteFounder #WeNeedMoreJeffersons #Monticello https://www.instagram.com/p/BS2x70qg0Nx/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Emil Franzi (78) Born
Emil Franzi’s passing marks the end of an era. He was a lion in word, deed and spirit. There are few men like him around anymore. – Bruce Ash (July 4, … Read more
Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco & Firearms created (1972)
July 1, 1972 Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco & Firearms was created Enforcement of the Gun Control Act was given to the Dept. of the Treasury’s Alcohol and Tobacco Tax Division … Read more
Federal Firearms Act (1938)
Federal Firearms Act June 30, 1938 The FFA imposed a federal license requirement on gun manufacturers, importers, and persons in the business of selling firearms. federal firearms licensee (FFL) The FFA was repealed by … Read more
Printz v. United States (1997)
6-27-1997 Printz v. United States U.S. Supreme Court case that ruled the Brady Law requirement for background checks unconstitutional (violated 10th Amendment). #GunLaws #SCOUS #SupremeCourt #BradyLaw #BadLawsGetRemoved https://www.instagram.com/p/BV2fu_vg5pv/?taken-by=gunwebsites
National PTSD Awareness Day
A day set aside to raise public awareness about issues related to PTSD
National Firearms Act (1934)
June 26, 1934 National Firearms Act President Franklin D. Roosevelt hoped this act would eliminate automatic-fire weapons like machine guns from America’s streets. Other firearms such as short-barreled shotguns and … Read more
Heller Decision (2008)
June 26, 2008 The US Supreme Court ruled 5 to 4, that Americans have an INDIVIDUAL right to own firearms, for self-defense and hunting. This was the Court’s first major … Read more
Start of the Korean War (1950)
Anniversary of the start of the Korean War (1950)
Baby Browning (1909)
June 21, 1909 The application for a patent on a 25 caliber semi-automatic pistol was filed. It has been manufactured and sold by both FN and Colt. It was part … Read more
William Ruger (86) – Born
William Ruger Born June 21, 1916 – July 6, 2002 https://www.instagram.com/p/BWNnwycgWPY/?taken-by=gunwebsites
United States Army Special Forces Birthday (1952)
Motto: De Oppresso Liber Founded: June 19, 1952, Fort Bragg, NC Nickname(s): Green Berets, Quiet Professionals Role: Counter-terrorism Founder: John F. Kennedy
Flag Day
A day to commemorate the adoption of the United States flag
John Wayne “Duke” (72) Died
John Wayne “Duke” American film actor, director, and producer. Born: May 26, 1907 Died: June 11, 1979 Between 1949 and 1973 Wayne was in more than 169 feature length films … Read more
(10th) SFG (Airborne) established
the first United States Army Special Forces Group “Green Berets” were established (10th) SFG (Airborne) On June 11, 1952, the first United States Army Special Forces Group “Green Berets” were … Read more
Emil Franzi (78) Died
Emil Franzi’s passing marks the end of an era. He was a lion in word, deed and spirit. There are few men like him around anymore. – Bruce Ash (July 4, … Read more
Anniversary of D-Day (1944)
Anniversary of the World War II Allied invasion in Normandy, France, know as D-Day (1944)
Clinton Eastwood – Born
Clinton Eastwood, Jr. May 31, 1930 What is your favorite quote? #ManWithNoName #MakeMyDay #ItsAHellOfAThingKillingAMan #ThisIsTheAK47ThePreferredWeaponOfYourEnemy #ItMakesADistinctiveSoundWhenFiredAtYou #IfYouWantAGuaranteeBuyAToaster https://www.instagram.com/p/3YCb_VqhWH/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Memorial Day (Decoration Day)
to commemorate all who have died in military service for the United States
John Wayne “Duke” (72) Born
John Wayne “Duke” American film actor, director, and producer. Born: May 26, 1907 Died: June 11, 1979 Between 1949 and 1973 Wayne was in more than 169 feature length films … Read more
Nikolay Makarov (74) Born
Nikolay Fyodorovich Makarov (Никола́й Фёдорович Мака́ров) May 22, 1914 – May 13, 1988 Designer of Makarov Pistol #GunChannels #GunWebsites #Makarov #CommiePistols #RussianGuns https://www.instagram.com/p/BUY44Xqg1V2/?taken-by=gunwebsites
NRA Cincinnati Revolt (1977)
Today in 1977, membership of the NRA voted out the old board, and changed the direction of the organization #NRA #CincinnatiRevolt #ThoseWhoActChangeTheFuture #GunChannels #GunWebsites #RepealTheNFA #LearnGunHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BUWxhK8gMxW/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Armed Forces Day (1949)
pay tribute to men and women who serve in the United States’ Armed Forces Today is Armed Forces Day! President Harry S. Truman led the effort to establish a single holiday … Read more
Firearm Owners Protection Act (1986)
Firearm Owners Protection Act May 19, 1986 United States federal law that revised the Gun Control Act of 1968. – Banned the sale & manufacture of Full Auto (NFA) weapons … Read more
Russia Sends 100,000 AK47 to Venezuela (2005)
May 17, 2005 Russia and Venezuela signed a contract for 100,000 Russian assault rifles to be provided to the South American nation. Am I the only one that wants a … Read more
United States v Miller (1939)
United States v Miller May 15, 1939 The United States Supreme Court decided today, in 1939, that the 1934 National Firearms Act does not violate the 2nd Amendment Since then, … Read more
Nikolay Makarov (74) Died
Nikolay Fyodorovich Makarov (Никола́й Фёдорович Мака́ров) May 22, 1914 – May 13, 1988 Designer of Makarov Pistol #GunChannels #GunWebsites #Makarov #CommiePistols #RussianGuns https://www.instagram.com/p/BUY44Xqg1V2/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Children of Fallen Patriots Day
A day to honor the families our Fallen Heroes have left behind – especially their children
US Senate Rejected Background Checks at Gun Shows (1999)
May 12, 1999 US Senate rejected 51 to 47 a Democratic proposal that would have required background checks for firearms sales at gun-shows. Now, 18 years later, we are under … Read more
Military Spouse Appreciation Day
to acknowledge the contributions and sacrifices of the spouses of the U.S. Armed Forces https://www.instagram.com/p/BUAFdFqgN1Z/?taken-by=gunwebsites
VE (Victory in Europe) Day
anniversary of the Allies’ victory in Europe during World War II on May 8, 1945
V-E Day (1945)
Victory in Europe Day V-E Day May 8, 1945 celebrated on May 8th Today marks the formal acceptance of Nazi Germany’s unconditional surrender This marked the end of World War … Read more
Hudson Maxim (74) Died
Hudson Maxim (February 3, 1853 – May 6, 1927) Invented Smokeless Gun Powder (in the USA) in 1890 *Brother of the Machine Gun Inventor **Uncle of the Suppressor Inventor ***No … Read more
Wilhelm Mauser (48) Born
Wilhelm Mauser May 2, 1834 – Jan 13, 1882 Designed the Mauser Model 1871 rifle #Rifle #Mauser #RealGuns #FirearmsHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BTo2YO0gXCZ/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Calling Forth Act (1792)
May 2, 1792
The United States Congress passes the Calling Forth Act, clarifying the procedures and the circumstances under which the president can call state militia into service.
This helped end the Whiskey Rebellion
Calamity Jane (51) Born
Calamity Jane May 1, 1852 – August 1, 1903 American frontierswoman and professional scout and acquaintance of Wild Bill Hickok #RealGuns #CowboyGuns #GunHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BTlCvKRAJGS/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Loyalty Day
American citizens to reaffirm their loyalty to the United States and to recognize the heritage of American freedom
Calamity Jane (51) Born
Calamity Jane May 1, 1852 – August 1, 1903 American frontierswoman and professional scout and acquaintance of Wild Bill Hickok #RealGuns #CowboyGuns #GunHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BTlCvKRAJGS/?taken-by=gunwebsites
National Military Brats Day
Congress set aside a day each year as National Military Brats Day so Americans can say thank you to these patriots, young and grown, for their dedication and sacrifice in … Read more
L.A. Riots (1992)
L.A. Riots April 29 – May 4th, 1992 Over six days, widespread looting, assault, arson, and killings occurred in Los Angeles, CA #Riot #LARiots #rodneyking #GunHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BTgEybzgB-H/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Gun Possession Near Schools
April 26, 1995 The U.S. Supreme Court overturned a federal law banning gun possession near schools on the grounds that it was beyond the scope of congress power to regulate … Read more
1st Shots at NRA’s Creedmoor Range (1873)
the NRA was created to promote marksmanship in 1871 NRA bought the Creed Farm for the purpose of building a rifle range. Named Creedmoor, the range opened in 1873, and … Read more
Eugene Stoner (74) Died
Eugene Morrison Stoner (November 22, 1922 – April 24, 1997) American firearms designer who is most associated with the development of the AR-15 rifle that was adopted by the US military as … Read more
“Earth Day” is Communist
“Earth Day” a day of social awareness and community service, they “say” it started in 1970.., but… “Subbotnik” is a communist day of volunteer work ‘cleaning up’ in devotion to … Read more
The Red Barron, Shot Down (1918)
4-21-1918 The Red Barron, Shot Down Manfred von Richthofen “The Red Baron”, was shot down and killed over Vaux sur Somme (in France) Canadian pilot Arthur Roy Brown credited with … Read more
Battles of Lexington & Concord (1775)
April 19, 1775 First military engagements of the American Revolutionary War The battles of Lexington, Concord, near Boston. The battles marked the outbreak of open armed conflict between the Kingdom … Read more
United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)
Happy Birthday to United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)! U.S. Special Operations Command was established today APRIL 17, 1987 https://www.instagram.com/p/BS_nTu9gAiC/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Arizona Constitutional Carry (2010)
Arizona Constitutional Carry April 16, 2010 Arizona Gov. (Brewer) signed into law a bill making Arizona the third state allowing people to carry a concealed weapon without requiring a permit. … Read more
Thomas Jefferson (83) Born
April 13, 1743 – July 4, 1826 Thomas Jefferson was born third President of the United States from 1801 to 1809 #ThomasJefferson #GunChannels #MyFavoriteFounder #WeNeedMoreJeffersons #Monticello https://www.instagram.com/p/BS2x70qg0Nx/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Gold Star Wives Day
set aside to recognize the sacrifices of Gold Star wives.a day in which we honor and remember all of our Gold Star spouses who have committed and sacrificed so much … Read more
Roy E. Weatherby (77) Died
Roy E. Weatherby (September 4, 1910 – April 4, 1988) age 77 Roy founded Weatherby, Inc. In 1945 @weatherbyinc #GunChannels #GunLegends #TalesOfTheGun #KnowGuns #GunLife #GunHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BSejWwdgm2C/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Arizona 2nd State to Legalize Suppresors for Hunting
Arizona becomes 2nd state to legalize suppresors for hunting. March 29, 2012 Governor Jan Brewer signed, House Bill 2728, which grants hunters in Arizona the right to use legally owned … Read more
Medal of Honor Day
oday is National Medal of Honor Day! The first Medals of Honor were presented on March 25, 1863. To commemorate this date and all Medal of Honor recipients, Congress declared … Read more
give me liberty, or give me death
Patrick Henry speech he made the House of Burgesses on March 23, 1775, in Saint John’s Church in Richmond, Virginia. The House was undecided on whether to mobilize for military … Read more
Hillary Hole = Smith & Wesson + Clinton (2000)
March 17, 2000 Smith and Wesson signed an unprecedented agreement with the Clinton administration to include safety locks with all their handguns & any new firearms would not take a … Read more
K 9 Veterans Day (1942)
March 13, 1942 is the official birthday of the United States K9 Corps
National K9 Veterans Day is celebrated on March 13th on the official birthday of the US Army K9 Corps, which was formed in 1942.
ATF vs. M855 Ammo (2015)
Remember in 2015, when ATF decided M855 ammo was a problem? Remember how public opinion & feedback prevented ATF from following through on any ban https://www.instagram.com/p/BReLVLaAKcS/?taken-by=gunwebsites #BeTheChange #M855 #AmmoBan #JustTheTip #GreenTip #ArmorPiercing … Read more
Yisrael Galil (72) Died
Yisrael Galil Jan 1, 1923 – Mar 9, 1995 Best known for inventing the Galil rifle. He also helped create the Uzi #GunChannels #GunHistory #Galil #AK47 #Uzi https://www.instagram.com/p/BRaeZRJgKnw/?taken-by=gunwebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/BCwpvQmqhXs/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Original 1,000 Members of Gun Channels.com (2015)
Join today !! If you want to be able to tell your grandkids that you were one of the original 1,000 members of Gun Channels.com
Georg Luger (74) Born
Georg Johann Luger March 6, 1849 – Dec 22, 1923 Designed of the Luger pistol and the 9×19mm Parabellum cartridge. #GunHistory #9mm #Luger https://www.instagram.com/p/BRT5EAvApgg/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Luger P08 Patented (1904)
Luger P08 (Parabellum) 9mm pistol Patented on March 1st, 1904 By Georg Johann Luger He was also the designer of the Luger pistol and the 9×19mm Parabellum cartridge. #GunHistory #Luger #P08 #LugerLife … Read more
Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act (1994)
Feb 28, 1994 Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act Brady Law, imposing a wait-period to buy a hand-gun, went into effect. It amended the #1968GCA and imposed a 5-day waiting period for handgun … Read more
England’s Handgun Ban (1997)
Feb. 27, 1997 Never here https://www.instagram.com/p/zm2js7KhTU/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Richard Gatling (85) Died
Richard Gatling (Sep 12, 1818 – Feb 26, 1903) Gatling gun was named after him #GatlingGun #GunWebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/BQ_RjZkgdtD/?taken-by=gunwebsites
.223 Day
oday is the day we give attention to our beloved #GopherRound February 23rd Feb 23 2/23 .223 #ammo #AR15 #AmmoCollecting #Bullets #Feb23rd #Happy223Day #556×45#556 #NotMyRifleBullet Bonus #TacticalQuiz can you ID whats in this photo? https://www.instagram.com/p/BQ3OhdrAo4h/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Robin Moore (82) Died
Robert Lowell “Robin” Moore, Jr.
(October 31, 1925 – February 21, 2008)
an American writer who is most known for his books
- The Green Berets
- The French Connection
A True Account of Cops, Narcotics, and International Conspiracy - The Happy Hooker: My Own Story
(with Xaviera Hollander and Yvonne Dunleavy)
Yevgeny Dragunov – Born
Yevgeny Fyodorovich Dragunov (71) (Евге́ний Фёдорович Драгуно́в) Born Feb 20, 1920 – Aug 4, 1991 1939 – Began military service 1959 – Dragunov submitted his design for the SVD 1963 … Read more
Hiram Percy Maxim (66) Died
Hiram Percy Maxim Sept 2, 1869 – Feb 17, 1936 age 66 * He was the son of Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim, inventor of the Maxim Machine gun Hiram Percy … Read more
1911 Patent Filed (1910)
Feb. 17, 1910
Browning files the patent for the 1911
It would serve as the official United States military sidearm for almost 75 years.
1911 Patented Today (1911)
1911 was patented on Feb 14, 1911 The 1911 was formally adopted by the Army on March 29, 1911, when it was designated Model of 1911, later changed to Model … Read more
600 Miles – Movie Release (2016)
Yea, I (technically) share a scene on the big screen with #TimRoth in the movie ‘600 Miles’…. And yeah I watched it today for the first time in the theater, sitting next … Read more
Laser Gun aboard a 747 Jumbo Jet (2010)
Feb 11, 2010 The US military used a laser gun aboard a Boeing 747 jumbo jet to shoot down a missile near Point Mugu, Ventura County, Ca. The airborne laser … Read more
Sir Hiram Maxim (76) Born
Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim (Feb 5, 1840 – Nov 24, 1916) Invented the Maxim Gun In 1883: the first recoil-operated machine gun * Father of Suppressor Inventor ** Brother of … Read more
Hudson Maxim (74) Born
Hudson Maxim (February 3, 1853 – May 6, 1927) Invented Smokeless Gun Powder (in the USA) in 1890 *Brother of the Machine Gun Inventor **Uncle of the Suppressor Inventor ***No … Read more
Gun Websites Created (2004)
We had started making websites about guns, but at the end of 2004. we decided to unite them all under one website After our first year of SHOT Show (as … Read more
.40 S&W cartridge debuted
.40 S&W cartridge debuted January 17, 1990 Smith & Wesson developed the new cartridge for the Model 4006 pistol #GunChannels #40SW #40Guy #SoGladItsNot9mm #ReadyToStepUpYourGame ? https://www.instagram.com/p/BPXA9gtDhbv/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Obama signed 23 Gun-Related Executive Orders (2013)
Jan 16, 2013 President Obama signed 23 gun-related executive orders. #NeverForget #GunChannels #Every2ndMatters https://www.instagram.com/p/BPVA2pODrc3/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Wilhelm Mauser (48) Died
Wilhelm Mauser May 2, 1834 – Jan 13, 1882 Designed the Mauser Model 1871 rifle #Rifle #Mauser #RealGuns #FirearmsHistory https://www.instagram.com/p/BTo2YO0gXCZ/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Gun Websites on Modern Marvels (2012)
Modern Marvels Season 1 Episode 16 My guns are on @netflix !!! It was around this time of year i found out that my guns are on Netflix, in the episode of … Read more
CCW in National Parks (2009)
Jan 11, 2009 A U.S. federal rule change took effect allowing visitors to carry a loaded gun into a park or wildlife refuge as long as the person had a … Read more
Samuel Colt – Died
July 19, 1814 – January 10, 1862 Samuel Colt born, inventor of the first practical revolver, 1814 – 1862 https://www.instagram.com/p/BWyEtXagtX6/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Yisrael Galil (72) Born
Yisrael Galil Jan 1, 1923 – Mar 9, 1995 Best known for inventing the Galil rifle. He also helped create the Uzi #GunChannels #GunHistory #Galil #AK47 #Uzi https://www.instagram.com/p/BRaeZRJgKnw/?taken-by=gunwebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/BCwpvQmqhXs/?taken-by=gunwebsites
Mikhail Kalashnikov (94) Died
Mikhail Timofeyevich Kalashnikov Михаи́л Тимофе́евич Кала́шников (November 10, 1919 – December 23, 2013) Russian general, inventor, military engineer, writer and small arms designer. https://www.instagram.com/p/BOaQlNgDIRr/?taken-by=gunwebsites https://www.instagram.com/p/96YSUUqhck/?taken-by=gunwebsites
POW / MIA Recognition Day
A time set aside to remember those who were prisoners of war (POW) and those who are missing in action (MIA), as well as their families U.S. National POW/MIA Recognition … Read more
Original 1,000 Members of Gun Channels.com (2015)
Join today !! If you want to be able to tell your grandkids that you were one of the original 1,000 members of Gun Channels.com Just 53 more !! If … Read more
Gun Websites Created (2004)
We had started making websites about guns, but at the end of 2004. we decided to unie them all under one website After our first year of SHOT Show (as … Read more
Skynet Becomes Self-Aware (1997)
At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness Skynet (artificial intelligence system) developed for the U.S. military (SAC / NORAD) by Cyberdyne Systems to control the … Read more
Skynet Activated (1997)
At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness Skynet (artificial intelligence system) developed for the U.S. military (SAC / NORAD) by Cyberdyne Systems to control the … Read more