Jensen and the ‘Ricker Tablets’ Beginning in 1903, Nebraska lawyer and newspaper editor Eli […]
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Colt’s Big Model 1898 Was a Double-Action Hit
During the sunset years of the Old West, the giant double-action New Service Colt began to replace the venerable Single Action Army Colt.
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Soldier Spring: Christmas Clash with Comanches and Kiowas
Although overshadowed by Lt. Col. George Custer up at the Washita, Major Andrew Evans […]
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When Dodge City Was Really Wild
Long before the Earps and Mastersons patrolled the streets of the ‘Cowboy Capital,’ the […]
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The Arikara War: Avenging Americans
Entrepreneur William Ashley’s attempt to trade for Arikara horses led to a ‘beach’ battle that inflicted 30 percent casualties on his brigade and inspired an outraged Colonel Henry Leavenworth to punish the Missouri River tribe.
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Into the Heart of Alaska With Allen
Lieutenant explored uncharted land. Lieutenant Henry Tureman Allen was tall, handsome and dashing, the […]
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Willow Did Not Weep Over Percy Douglas
Lawman shot Bakersfield bad boy. Saloon tough Percy Douglas was acting tougher and tougher […]
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Daily Quiz for December 26, 2019
In the Vietnam War, the Republic of Korea Army Capital Division was called this.
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The Missile With a Man In It
The breathtakingly sleek Lockheed F-104 Starfighter was designed for a purpose that was too far ahead of its time.