The Army's Labor Union: Winchester 94s for the Loyal Legion of Loggers & Lumbermen
This video explores a unique historical artifact: Winchester Model 1894 rifles issued to the Loyal Legion of Loggers & Lumbermen (LLLL) during World War I. The LLLL was an Army-created labor union formed to ensure spruce production for aircraft while addressing labor disputes. The description details the context of the timber industry, the LLLL's formation, and the rifles' procurement and markings. Approximately 1,800 Winchester 94s in .30-30 caliber were purchased by the Signal Corps for security and MP duties within the Spruce Production Division. These rifles are noted as being marked with "US" property stamps and flaming bomb insignia, with serial numbers falling within a specific range. The video highlights these rifles as a fascinating, often overlooked, piece of WWI history.














