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Velites: Roman Skirmishers in a Wolf Headdress

Velites: Roman Skirmishers in a Wolf Headdress

The Velites (hastae velitares) were a type of Roman light infantry during the days of the Roman legions. Thanks to a quote from Publius, they have often been historically portrayed as wearing animal skins on their helmet and armor - particularly a wolf headdress. The...

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The Original Colt Python: Coolest Revolver Ever?

The Original Colt Python: Coolest Revolver Ever?

A few short years ago, if you saw the words “Colt Python” you’d probably lament the fact that the revolvers were so expensive as collector’s items. Odds are you’d throw something in there about how you wish Colt would make a new run of Pythons (not stopping to think...

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The Battle of Lexington and Concord

The Battle of Lexington and Concord

"Stand your ground, Don't fire unless fired upon, but if they mean to have war let it begin here," Captain John Parker announced moments before the battle of Lexington and Concord. The Battle of Lexington and Concord was the official start of The Revolutionary War,...

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