Guns of the Wild West: How the West Was Won

Guns of the Wild West: How the West Was Won

Guns of the Wild West brings the nationâ€™s westward expansion and growing need for weaponry to life in an illustrated guide to the history of American firearms. Through vibrant imagery, Bruce Wexler showcases weapons such as the classic Colt Single Action Army and the iconic pepper-box revolver, which made their way into both military and civilian hands during the settling of the frontier. Exclusive archive photographs link the guns to famous heroes and villains, places, and historical eventsâ€”from Wyatt Earpâ€™s Smith & Wesson Model 3 to John Wilkes Boothâ€™s Philadelphia Derringer. Wexler profiles the notable gunsmiths that hold a place in Western history, including the great American manufacturers such as Colt, Smith & Wesson, and Winchester, as well as lesser-known ones such as Merwin Hulbert and Henry Deringer.

Wexlerâ€™s thorough research shows how the widespread use of new firearmsâ€”fueled in part by advances made during the Civil Warâ€”played a definitive role in Americaâ€™s growth and identity. The reader is presented with detailed depictions of the various weapons used by cowboys, lawmen, soldiers, gunslingers, and Native Americans. Guns of the Wild West is a treasure for gun collectors, history buffs, and fans of Western novels and movies.
Country USA
Brand Skyhorse
Manufacturer Skyhorse
Binding Hardcover
ReleaseDate 2013-04-24
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781620876527

Country	USA
Brand	Skyhorse
Manufacturer	Skyhorse
Binding	Hardcover
ReleaseDate	2013-04-24
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781620876527

Guns of the Wild West: How the West Was Won

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