Founding of the Massachusetts Rifle Association
- When
- 1875–1876
- Where
- Woburn, Massachusetts
- Episodes
- 1
The Massachusetts Rifle Association, described as America's oldest active gun club, was founded in 1875. The organization subsequently relocated to Woburn, Massachusetts, in 1876. The specific founding date of December 9, 1875, is not confirmed by the provided source passages, which only state the year of establishment.
Episodes
Background and detail
Background. The Massachusetts Rifle Association is identified as America's oldest active gun club. According to the available evidence, the club was founded in 1875. The organization later moved to Woburn, Massachusetts, in 1876. Woburn is a city in Middlesex County, located nine miles north of Boston.
Sources
- Woburn, Massachusetts Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-14
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