Gun Company Graveyard: How Armalite Failed and was Born Again
This video delves into the fascinating history of ArmaLite, a pioneering American firearms company founded in 1954. It highlights their revolutionary designs, including the AR-10 and the iconic AR-15, developed by chief designer Eugene Stoner. The narrative traces ArmaLite's journey from its innovative beginnings under Fairchild Engine and Airplane Corporation to its financial struggles, leading to the sale of the AR-15 design to Colt in 1959, which paved the way for the M16. The video explores the company's eventual closure and its lasting legacy in shaping modern firearms, from Hollywood to global battlefields.










