Arming a Nation

How much firepower does it take to create a new nation, keep one together, or defend global democracy? The design, manufacture, and storage of weapons in America’s armories and arsenals made some little-known places household names. The National Park Service preserves the places that empowered this country’s military might. Discover the stories and people behind the history of firepower.

Last updated: October 20, 2017

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