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Springfield Armory National Historic SiteTheme(s): Civil War | |
Description:
Established on March 21, 1978 to preserve the history of the first National
Armory, 1794 - 1968. Springfield Armory technology profoundly affected the
lives of soldiers and civilians. Armory arms decided battle tactics. They
were essential in all major conflicts in U.S. History. Armory inventions
revolutionized the manufacture of consumer products like keys, shoes,
baseball bats and furniture. Housed in the original Main Arsenal, the
museum maintains one of the most extensive and unique firearms collections
in the world. Special exhibits, events and film. Public and school
programs. Springfield Armory National Historic Site encompasses
approximately 55 acres and several buildings of the original armory
complex. The central attraction is the Arsenal building, # 13, constructed
in the 1840's. The weapons collection housed in the Main arsenal was
started about 1870 by Col. J.G. Benton as a technical "library" for armory
personnel. It is now regarded as the Nation's largest collection of small arms, second only to The Pattern Room of the Royal Small Arms Factory in Enfield, UK.
Activites:
No special activities
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Contact Information for Springfield Armory National Historic Site
Springfield Armory National Historic Site
One Armory Square
Springfield, MA
01105-1299
Phone: (413)734-8551
Fax: 413-747-8062
Located in Springfield, MA
For more information on Springfield Armory National Historic Site
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