Firearms of the Texas Rangers: From the Frontier Era to the Modern Age

The Texas Rangers have used firearms since their founding in the 1820s, and firearms have played a crucial role in their survival. The book "Firearms of the Texas Rangers" explores the history of the Rangers through the use of their firearms, with over 180 photographs. It narrates famous episodes in Ranger history, including the use of the Colt Peacemaker and Winchester 73, and showcases the marksmanship of Rangers such as Frank Hamer and Captain J. W. McCormick. The book emphasizes that the gritty job of the Rangers has not changed despite the evolving technology of firearms.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 640 pages
\n Publication date: 30 November 2020
\n Publisher: University of North Texas Press,U.S.
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The Texas Rangers have demonstrated remarkable adaptability and resilience since their inception in the 1820s, spanning several centuries. Their survival was significantly influenced by their proficiency in firearms, which played a pivotal role in their tactics and effectiveness. The evolution of firearms technology often determined the outcomes of their encounters with adversaries. Noteworthy figures such as John Coffee "Jack" Hays, Samuel Walker, and others left their mark on the Rangers by incorporating innovative technologies that allowed them to adapt their strategies when facing challenges.

At around the same time as the Colt Peacemaker and Winchester 73, the Frontier Battalion was established. These firearms were instrumental in securing the West and played a crucial role in the history of the Texas Rangers.

Firearms of the Texas Rangers, with over 180 photographs, offers a comprehensive account of the Texas Rangers' history primarily through the lens of their firearms. Author Doug Dukes narrates famous episodes in Ranger history, highlighting the use of iconic weapons such as Jack Hays's Paterson, the Walker Colt, the McCulloch Colt Revolver (smuggled through the Union blockade during the Civil War), and the Frontier Battalion and their deployment of the Colt Peacemaker and Winchester and Sharps carbines. Readers will be captivated by the details of Frank Hamer's exceptional marksmanship with his Colt Single Action Army and Remington, as well as Captain J. W. McCormick's use of two .45 Colt pistols.

Regardless of the changing technology over the years, the core mission and gritty work of the Texas Rangers have remained steadfast. Whether it was a Ranger in 1844 patrolling for Indians north of San Antonio or a Ranger in 2016 utilizing a LaRue 7.62 rifle to combat smugglers and terrorists along the Rio Grande, the Rangers have consistently upheld their commitment to protecting the state and its citizens. The use of firearms has been a vital component of their arsenal, enabling them to adapt and thrive in a constantly evolving landscape.

\n Weight: 1430g\n
Dimension: 228 x 237 x 44 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781574418101\n \n