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The Most Bad-A LDS Pioneer in American History: John Moses Browning
Did you know that by 1900, a staggering three-quarters of all U.S. sporting guns in production involved the designs of just ONE man?Meet John Moses Browning—arguably the most prolific, yet humble, genius in American history. From inventing the iconic Colt 1911 (the U.S. Army's sidearm of choice for 75 years) to designing the heavy machine guns that armed every single American fighter and bomber in World War II, Browning’s legacy is woven into the very fabric of global history.In this episode, we dive deep into the unbelievable life of John Moses Browning. We cover his wild childhood in Ogden, Utah, where at just 10 years old he and his little brother built a working musket from scrap metal to hunt sage hens. We explore his deep faith as a Latter-day Saint pioneer, including his extraordinary mission to Georgia where he literally walked into a shop and saw his own invention on the shelf! Plus, we look at the catastrophic business decision Winchester made that changed firearm manufacturing forever.Whether you are a firearm enthusiast, a history buff, or love stories of American innovation and faith, this episode is for you! Leave your favorite John Browning story in the comments below!
