Author: Sam Easton

Cole R. Maddox is a U.S.-based firearms and gear writer covering practical reviews, range testing, and everyday carry. He focuses on clear, no-fluff guides that help readers choose reliable equipment and train smarter. When he’s not writing, he’s usually comparing optics, logging round counts, and chasing the best value deals.

Accepting command of the Continental Army in 1775, General George Washington requested an inventory of gunpowder stores. The report of…