The tradition of the M14 has been carried on by today’s Springfield Armory in Geneseo, Illinois, with its M1A semi-auto rifle. The 1873 Springfield Trapdoor, the Springfield M1903, The M1 Garand and the M14 are all rifles that served major roles for the United States in wars and conflicts over the years. Over the arsenal’s long life, it has been involved in the production of several legendary American rifles. It would go on to serve the country during the Civil War and both World Wars, to name just a few. The original Springfield Armory was founded in the late 1770’s to house the weapons and ammunition of America’s fledgling army during the Revolutionary War. The Springfield Armory name carries with it a long and storied history.
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