HOMES: The rare fieldworks from the English Civil War are by Tamar Close in Ronkswood ... fought in England since the introduction of guns. GRAND: The Great Hall at The Commandery but not all ...

Pistols used during the American Civil War hold a significant place in the history of American warfare. The widespread use of these pistols marked a shift in how soldiers were outfitted for combat.

The last war to use only muzzle-loaded guns. 1859 - The first full rim-fire cartridge. 1860 - Spencer repeating carbine patented. Introduced at the start of the Civil War, Spencer repeating guns ...