For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above
and beyond the call of duty while serving as a helicopter gunship pilot
attached to Marine Observation Squadron 6 in action against enemy
forces. During an escort mission Maj. Pless monitored an emergency call
that four American soldiers stranded on a nearby beach were being
overwhelmed by a large Viet Cong force. Maj. Pless flew to the scene and
found 30 to 50 enemy soldiers in the open. Some of the enemy were
bayoneting and beating the downed Americans.
Major Pless displayed
exceptional airmanship as he launched a devastating attack against the
enemy force, killing or wounding many of the enemy and driving the
remainder back into a treeline.
The Department of Defense,
recognizing the extreme circumstances of the helicopter rescue, awarded
all three of Pless's crewmates decorations. Rupert Fairfield, Leroy
Poulson, and John Phelps were each awarded the Navy Cross,
the second highest Naval award for valor. The combined crew of four
represent the most highly decorated helicopter crew to fly in the
Vietnam War.
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The Taurus GX2
Taurus is well known for making handguns, producing its first revolver, the Model 38101SO, in 1941. For those on a limited budget, the compact polymer-framed, striker-fired 9mm Taurus GX2 may be a viable every day carry pistol.
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Remington .50-70 Rolling Block
In rearming with new cartridge-firing guns after the Civil War, many states chose different ones than the U.S. Army. Remington, Peabody and Sharps rifles armed many, and all initially competed to become the arm of the United States. A main contender for the U.S. Army’s first official cartridge rifle was the Remington rolling block, a design Joseph Rider perfected and among the few that easily made the jump from rimfire to centerfire rounds.
Remington made millions and under license to others, it was used worldwide. While our Army ultimately went with the Springfield Trapdoor, the Navy chose the Model 1867 Remington-made rolling block carbine in .50-45, then ordered a further 10,000 Model 1870 rolling block rifles in .50-70 Gov’t made at Springfield Armory under license.
Remington made millions and under license to others, it was used worldwide. While our Army ultimately went with the Springfield Trapdoor, the Navy chose the Model 1867 Remington-made rolling block carbine in .50-45, then ordered a further 10,000 Model 1870 rolling block rifles in .50-70 Gov’t made at Springfield Armory under license.
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Myths & Facts Concerning Self-Defense Training
Separating the facts from the fluff surrounding self-defense training so you can focus on what really matters. The point of this article is not to declare that what you’ve been doing and have been taught about self-defense handgun application is wrong. The point of this article is to get you to apply some practical thinking to certain aspects of defensive handgun use in a life-or-death situation.
The observations are based on some experiences in the military and as a police officer, and while training at some well-respected schools. Sometimes we get so caught up in the dogma we fail to think for ourselves.
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How the Shortest War in History Lasted Only 38 Minutes
Wars usually last months or years. Some conflicts drag on for decades, shaping the course of history and leaving deep scars on nations. But one war stands out as a striking exception. In 1896, a military conflict between Britain and the Sultanate of Zanzibar ended in just 38 minutes.
The Anglo-Zanzibar War is widely recognized as the shortest war in recorded history. Despite its brief duration, the event had dramatic causes, intense action, and lasting political consequences. This article explores how such an incredibly short war began, what happened during those 38 minutes, and why the conflict ended so quickly.
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Farnam’s Thoughts: Lubrication of Serious Rifles During Serious Use
The current generation of high-tech lubricants available to us for gun maintenance are vastly superior to what was available just a few decades ago. Superior, both in terms of their ability to efficaciously lubricate moving parts and in their ability to continue to lubricate adequately in small amounts and over a wide range of temperatures.
Thus, particularly with the AR and other military rifles that may see continuous, heavy use in dirty environments, I am a proponent of running the gun wet, and letting the mechanism throw off the excess.
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Even Revolvers Can Fail
Yes, revolvers can malfunction. Here’s what to do if your wheelgun wilts on you.
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Advocates of this design refer to it as
“traditional double action” (TDA). Many also use the term Double
Action/Single Action (DA/SA). DA/SA pistols are designed to be carried with a
round chambered and the hammer lowered using a decocking lever. That
means that the trigger pull for the first shot will perform two actions:
cocking the hammer and releasing it. For follow up shots, the cycling
of the slide cocks the hammer for the user, so those rounds are fired in
single action mode.
Typical factory double action trigger pulls can be 10-12 pounds, but action work or installation of modified parts can lower it to 6 pounds. Some duty/carry trigger modifications lower the single action trigger to 3-4 pounds. Many TDA guns used in competition have the single action trigger lowered below 3 pounds. Generally, people shoot shorter, lighter trigger pulls better than long, heavy triggers.
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The 9×18mm Ultra Police cartridge was primarily designed for German police forces in the 1970s as a more effective alternative to the .380 ACP in wide use at that time. 9×18mm Ultra Police saw limited use and although a few firearms were chambered for it, the cartridge never achieved widespread adoption. The most notable firearms that use the 9×18mm Ultra Police ammunition are the Walther PP Super and the SIG Sauer P230, although the latter was also available in other calibers. Some less common firearms also include models from Mauser and Erma, but these are significantly rarer.
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Springfield Kuna Tri-Lug Review: A Better Suppressor Host?
Springfield Armory has expanded the Kuna line with a new Tri-Lug Barrel model. At first glance the change may appear minor, but for suppressor owners it is a noteworthy addition. The tri-lug mounting system has been a favorite among submachine gun and Pistol Caliber Carbine enthusiasts for decades and remains one of the fastest and most convenient methods of securely attaching a suppressor to a firearm.
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Silencer Hazard Maps
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The Webley Revolver, A Very British Gun
The origins of the now famed Webley revolver can be traced back to a highly regarded bullet mold manufacturer from Birmingham. A father to only daughters, and notably a veteran of Waterloo, William Davis would be succeeded by his son-in-law, Philip Webley and his brother James in 1845. The Webley brothers would take the company in a new direction, focusing on the production of firearms. Joined by their sons in the 1860s, the firm that became Webley & Scott began manufacturing what they are certainly known for best today — revolvers.
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Dry Fire Training: The Complete Guide to Practicing at Home
Dry-fire practice is one of the simplest ways to stay connected to your skills between range days, and it is also an opportunity to learn more about how your firearm, your gear, and your body work together. A few focused minutes can reveal whether your grip is consistent, whether your sights come into view the way you expect, whether your holster is truly working for you, and whether the skills you rely on feel as familiar as they should. Because confidence is built through repetition, not assumption, making dry fire part of your regular training routine can help turn occasional practice into lasting proficiency.
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