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2 June 1836

News of the Texans' defeat at the Alamo on 6 March reached Norwegian newspapers three months after the battle. The Norwegian State Gazette printed a short note describing the drama and reporting that Santa Anna had taken the fort after a bloody... Read more ...

2 June 1836

News of the defeat at the Alamo reached Norway
News of the Texans' defeat at the Alamo on 6 March reached Norwegian newspapers three months after the battle. The Norwegian State Gazette printed a short note describing the drama and reporting that Santa Anna had taken the fort after a bloody assault.


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    Lead lapping a rifle barrel

  • Lead lapping a rifle barrel

    With the technique called lead lapping pitted or damaged rifle or pistol barrels can have new life. In short, the process involves casting a lead slug into the barrel. Apply abrasive to the slug (or lap) and work it back and forth in the barrel until the bore is polished.

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