War Gallery: US Civil War

Dragonman's Military Museum is reopening with guided tours starting April 26th. The museum boasts an extensive collection of historical firearms, including Revolutionary War flintlocks and Civil War muskets, alongside a vast array of military vehicles from WWII through the Vietnam era and beyond. Visitors can expect to see authentic weaponry, operational vehicles, and detailed dioramas, offering a comprehensive look at military history.

This video highlights a new exhibit at the NRA National Firearms Museum in Fairfax, Virginia, titled "By Resolution Of Congress." The exhibit focuses on early American awards for valor, predating the Medal of Honor, and also features early examples of the Medal of Honor itself from the Civil War era. The description emphasizes the historical significance of these awards and their connection to bravery and sacrifice, with a prominent Gilbert Stuart painting of George Washington overlooking the display of swords, guns, and medals. The museum's location, hours, and free admission are provided, along with information on when to watch "American Rifleman Television" for new episodes.

This YouTube video announces the upcoming season closing of a museum on November 12, 2023. The museum offers guided tours every Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday at 10 am, with no reservations required. The description highlights the museum's comprehensive collection covering major US wars from the Revolutionary War to Afghanistan. It also promotes t-shirts available for purchase on the museum's website. While no firearms are explicitly shown or discussed, the historical context of wars often involves firearms, and the museum's subject matter makes it tangentially relevant to firearms enthusiasts interested in military history.

This video documents the placement of a new grave marker for Moses Gamble, a Civil War veteran and survivor of the tragic Sultana shipwreck. Members of the Sons of Union Veterans and the Sultana Association participated in the ceremony. Moses Gamble served in Company K of the 3rd Tennessee Cavalry (US). The description highlights the immense loss of life during the Sultana sinking, with 1,864 people perishing.

This video offers a tour of two new museum displays: one dedicated to the American Civil War (1861-1865) and another to the American Revolutionary War (1775-1783). It highlights historical artifacts from these pivotal periods in American history. Information on museum operating hours (Wednesdays and Sundays, 10 am, April-November) and where to purchase tickets and merchandise is provided. The museum is identified as Dragon's Muzzle.

This video focuses on a Memorial Day Weekend event at a museum that honors soldiers and military history. The description highlights the museum's extensive collection, covering wars from the Civil War to Afghanistan, and its open hours for guided tours. While the description emphasizes military history and remembrance, it does not explicitly mention any firearms, calibers, manufacturers, or specific firearm-related activities.

This video features Ian McCollum and Jonathan Ferguson in a 60-second challenge at the Royal Armouries to find three unique firearms: a Charlton Automatic Rifle, a Schwarzlose Model 1898 pistol, and an early SA80 prototype. They discuss unusual mechanical operations and limited historical impact, highlighting experimental designs like the Sterling 7.62mm prototype and the Mars .45 Automatic Pistol.

The Knight's Armament KS-1, designated L403A1 by the British Army, is a new AR-15 platform rifle adopted for specialized units like the Army Special Operations Brigade and Royal Marines. It features a 13.7-inch barrel, ambidextrous controls, and is equipped with a Vortex 1-10x LPVO and an Aimpoint ACRO P-2 for versatile engagement ranges. The rifle utilizes a KAC QDC/MCQ-PRT suppressor and is part of 'Project Hunter' to enhance interoperability with allied forces.

This video details the armor and weaponry of an 11th-century Norman knight, emphasizing the evolution of protective gear. It covers the padded undergarments, the mail hauberk constructed from thousands of iron rings, and the nasal helmet for head protection. The kite shield offered significant defense, while primary weapons included the lance and a one-handed sword.

This video explores a unique modernization attempt of the Martini-Henry rifle using Captain Harston's Patent Magazine. Jonathan Ferguson details the Mark IV rifle's features and the external magazine's mechanism, designed to convert the single-shot rifle into a five-round repeater. Despite its ingenuity, the system faced issues with reliability, high conversion costs, and was ultimately overshadowed by superior bolt-action designs like the Lee-Metford.