This video delves into the historical event of the "Asgard" yacht gunrunning to Howth, Dublin, on July 14th, 1914. The yacht secretly transported 900 Mauser 1871 rifles and 29,000 rounds of ammunition for the Irish Volunteers. The description highlights the defiance of British authorities and notes that these specific rifles became significant during the 1916 Easter Rising. It also provides links to related content on Ulster gunrunning and the "Forgotten Weapons" channel's platforms.
This video explores the historical significance of the "Howth" Mauser 1871 rifle, focusing on its role in Irish Volunteers gunrunning into Dublin. It delves into the history of this antique firearm and its connection to Irish nationalism and the events leading up to the Irish rebellion. The content highlights a specific model of rifle and its historical context.
This video showcases a pair of Rigby Triple-Barrel Percussion Derringers, highlighting their unique design and historical context. John Rigby founded the company in 1775, with the business evolving through generations to produce fine firearms. The derringers feature an unorthodox three-barrel configuration and a rotating striker on the hammer to select the firing barrel. The description also details the folding triggers, designed to prevent snagging in pockets. The content appears to be an in-depth look at these antique self-defense pistols from a historical firearms perspective.
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