While CPT Miller is indeed one of the most compelling characters in Saving Private Ryan, the real guy who inspired him is all the more extraordinary. Tom Hanks’ character was based on 24-year-old CPT Ralph Goranson. Born, appropriately enough, on the 4th of July, 1919, CPT Goranson was the commander of C Company, 2d Ranger Battalion.
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Getting Hot And Heavy With The Bergara MgLite: Full Review
BY Riley Baxter Updated: July 21, 2023Bergara’s MgLite is a lightweight, accurate, and reliable hunting platform that utilizes some uncommon materials to achieve this result. Even though this rifle weighs pounds less than its competition, Bergara managed to incorporate many features that may make this rifle, pound for pound, the best value in its class.
Modern Underrated Guns – Appreciate ’em
BY Travis Pike Updated: July 21, 2023If you have a hole in your gun safe, maybe one of these guns will be a good fit. They each offer something new and innovative, and they are often priced a bit lower than most.
The SilencerCo Hybrid 46M – Full Review
BY Travis Pike Updated: July 21, 2023Suppressors are just so cool. SilencerCo leads the way with suppressor technology and has reaped numerous awards. Heck, the Banish 30 just received the Banish 30 won Guns and Ammo’s Silencer of the year. I wouldn’t be surprised if the Hybrid 46M sweeps award season next year. I got my hands on one of these new cans, and with the help of my local FFL/SOT, Big Bend Outfitters, I got to take it to the range and have my own quiet riot.
Dr. Dabbs – The Raid on Camp Bastion
BY Will Dabbs Updated: July 21, 2023One man’s freedom fighter is another man’s terrorist. I admit that simple adjustment of source material does change everything about the narrative.
Steiner MPS: Enclosed-Emitter Micro Pistol Sight Review
BY Mitchell Graf Updated: July 14, 2023Micro red dot sights (MRDS) have taken over the firearm industry, and consumers are now demanding factory firearms to be compatible with these systems. While this is great to see for the benefits red dots provide, the new trend seems to be pushing towards enclosed-emitter optics.
Stealth and Hydration: The Unexpected Versatility of CamelBak’s HAWG Pro 20
BY Clay Martin Updated: July 14, 2023The H.A.W.G Pro 20 was purpose-built as a bicycle pack, to keep bike types hydrated on the trail. But does it sound like it belongs on the GunsAmerica Digest tactical column? No. Which is the point.
Barrett MRAD: SOCOM’s Chosen Precision Rifle – A Comprehensive Review
BY Mitchell Graf Updated: July 13, 2023With its rugged construction, the rifle proves its durability, while the monolithic upper receiver serves as an ideal platform for attaching NV (Night Vision) and thermal clip-on devices.
Dr. Dabbs – Rod Serling: The Voyage into the Twilight Zone
BY Will Dabbs Updated: July 13, 2023The Twilight Zone really did make you think. Like most truly revolutionary artistic endeavors, the show was the product of a singularly creative mind. Rod Serling was a remarkable man indeed.
Have It Your Way: Walther PDP Series
BY Robert Sadowski Updated: July 8, 2023The PDP 4.5”, like all of the PD series, is a 9mm striker-fire, recoil-operated pistol with a polymer frame. The PDP checks a lot of boxes for a 9mm striker fire.