Military History

From Decoration Day to Memorial Day: A Deep Dive into the Holiday’s Evolving Name and Significance

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The Origins of Decoration Day: A Nation’s Grief Transformed Memorial Day, a day of solemn remembrance for those who died serving in the U.S. military, wasn’t always known by that name. Its origins lie in the poignant and deeply felt traditions of Decoration Day, a time when communities across the nation gathered to adorn the … Read more

The Springfield 30-40 Krag: A Deep Dive into American Military History

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A Changing Military Landscape The US Army in the Late 1800s The late nineteenth century witnessed a period of intense global military modernization. The United States, grappling with post-Civil War reconstruction and the burgeoning realities of a growing global presence, found itself in dire need of updating its military hardware. The antiquated single-shot, breech-loading rifles … Read more

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