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Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Happy Birthday, NRA!
The National Rifle Association was founded this date in 1871. It's the oldest civil rights organization in the United States.
2 comments:
Stranger
said...
Founded by a group of National Guard officers for the purpose of promoting marksmanship. And, until late 1968 or early 1969, candidates for membership not only had to pony up the dues - but get their Commanding Officer or their Chief Law Enforcement Officer to countersign their application.
I played tag with a General and the Chief of Police for nearly a week before I could get that signature. I am glad membership is easier now. 'Sta bueno.
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2 comments:
Founded by a group of National Guard officers for the purpose of promoting marksmanship. And, until late 1968 or early 1969, candidates for membership not only had to pony up the dues - but get their Commanding Officer or their Chief Law Enforcement Officer to countersign their application.
I played tag with a General and the Chief of Police for nearly a week before I could get that signature. I am glad membership is easier now. 'Sta bueno.
Stranger
Interesting! I've never thought about the NRA being a Civil Rights group, but you're right. Happy Birthday, NRA!
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