The National Rifle Association: A Sketch Of Its History And Progress, 1859-1876 (1877)

The National Rifle Association: A Sketch Of Its History And Progress, 1859-1876 (1877) is a historical account of the early years of the National Rifle Association (NRA) in the United Kingdom. Written by John Randal MacDonnell, the book provides a detailed overview of the NRA's founding, its early activities, and its evolution during the period from 1859 to 1876.The book begins by describing the context in which the NRA was established, including the growing interest in rifle shooting as a sport and the concerns about the state of marksmanship in the British army. MacDonnell then traces the development of the NRA from its founding in 1859, through its early years of organizing shooting competitions and lobbying for improvements in rifle design and training, to its expansion into a national organization with a wide range of activities.Throughout the book, MacDonnell provides detailed accounts of the NRA's major events and achievements, including the establishment of the Wimbledon Cup competition, the development of the Enfield rifle, and the organization of the first international rifle match between Great Britain and the United States.In addition to chronicling the NRA's progress, MacDonnell also provides insights into the political and social context in which the organization operated. He discusses the debates surrounding gun ownership and the role of the military in society, as well as the changing attitudes towards sport and leisure during the Victorian era.Overall, The National Rifle Association: A Sketch Of Its History And Progress, 1859-1876 (1877) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the NRA and the development of rifle shooting as a sport and pastime in the United Kingdom.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.