Constitutional history · page 2
From Decoration Day to Memorial Day
How a springtime custom of decorating soldiers' graves became one of the nation's most solemn holidays — and why it still matters in a republic of citizens.
May 2026: We Remember
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We Remember
- From Decoration Day to Memorial Day
- NFA 1934 and GCA 1968, explained
- Summer range safety: heat, water and the four rules
- Honoring the fallen in your own hometown
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In this issue
2A law & court cases · page 4
Two Laws That Shaped the Modern Landscape
The National Firearms Act of 1934 and the Gun Control Act of 1968 still define much of how Americans buy and own firearms. Here is what each one did, in plain English.
Firearm safety & training · page 6
Hot Days, Cool Heads: Summer Range Safety
Summer is prime range season. Heat, sun and long sessions add their own risks — and the universal safety rules matter just as much as ever.
Self-defense education · page 8
Safe Travels: Awareness on the Open Road
Road trips, rest stops and unfamiliar towns call for a calm, alert mindset. Most personal safety comes down to noticing early and avoiding trouble altogether.
Hunting & outdoors · page 10
Take a Kid Fishing
Fishing is the gateway to a lifetime outdoors — and the license you buy helps pay for the lakes and rivers you love.
Community & veterans · page 12
Honoring the Fallen, Close to Home
Memorial Day is not only a national observance. Some of the most meaningful ways to honor the fallen happen in your own town.
Gear guides · page 14
Water and First Aid: Building a Summer Kit
Before the first hot range day or long hike, put together a kit that covers the basics. Here are the categories and features that matter — no brand names, just what to look for.