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Fannie Lou Hamer 1917-1977
A legendary civil rights activist, knew firsthand the threats Black communities faced. She famously said, “I keep a shotgun in every corner of my bedroom,” highlighting her commitment to defending her home and loved ones against violence. She often faced violent intimidation while registering Black voters, including a drive-by shooting at her friend’s home. Hamer’s advocacy for self-defense underscores a broader, often overlooked history of Black Americans using firearms to s
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Nov 81 min read


October 2025 BRGC Newsletter
What’s firing up the Metro‑Atlanta chapter of NAAGA? If you missed it: https://www.bassreevesgc.com/so/29PcYVu5V?languageTag=en Sign up so that you get a monthly newsletter delivered right to your inbox: https://www.bassreevesgc.com/newsletter
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Nov 81 min read


November 2025 BRGC Newsletter
What’s firing up the Metro‑Atlanta chapter of NAAGA? If you missed it you can view the newsletter here: https://www.bassreevesgc.com/so/9bPfXSpED?languageTag=en Sign up so that you get a monthly newsletter delivered right to your inbox: https://www.bassreevesgc.com/newsletter Our chapter leadership, marketing team, and committee members contribute to help bring you the most relevant and exciting updates. This is the last MPA (Kevin Beck and MPA Team), Outdoor Shoot, Foundatio
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Nov 81 min read


🎓 Aiming for College Excellence (A.C.E.) Scholarship Fundraiser 2026
Bass Reeves Gun Club, Inc. proudly supports youth empowerment through scholarships and educational resources designed to break barriers and build future leaders. This year’s fundraiser benefits the Kilombo Academic and Cultural Institute — an accredited independent school in Lithonia, GA — whose mission is to provide an academically excellent, culturally relevant education rooted in social justice. Kilombo serves Pre-K through 8th grade students, with 80% reading at or ab
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Nov 81 min read


October BRGC Men's Day Out Recap
We had another successful Men's Day Out, joined by NAAGA President Philip Smith! After a safety briefing and marksmanship fundamentals review, we started with an accuracy and consistency drill. Our shoot and move drill covered: * Horizontal and vertical transitions (Box Drill) * Muzzle and trigger finger discipline while moving and not engaging targets * Reloading and shooting from cover * Shooting at varied distances (5, 6 & 10 yds) * Failure to stop action * Phases of the f
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Nov 81 min read


From Cadet to Hero — The Legacy of Emily J. Perez (1983–2006)
A trailblazing U.S. Army officer and the first African-American female officer to die in combat. Born in Heidelberg, Germany, to a military family of African American and Hispanic heritage, she graduated near the top of her class at Oxon Hill High School before entering West Point in 2001. There, she made history as the highest-ranking African-American female cadet and a standout track athlete. Commissioned in 2005, 2nd Lt. Perez served with the 4th Infantry Division and was
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Nov 81 min read


September 2025 BRGC Newsletter
What’s firing up the Metro‑Atlanta chapter of NAAGA? If you missed it: https://bassreevesgc.com/so/a0PZpE_Qe?languageTag=en&status=Draft&...
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Oct 31 min read


CROSSFIRE LOVE Documentary
Don’t miss NAAGA President, Philip Smith-Soboyede with our friends: Dr. Fred Thrasher, The Survival Sisters, Kristi Daniel and more in...
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Oct 31 min read


August 2025 Newsletter
What’s firing up the Metro‑Atlanta chapter of NAAGA? If you missed it: https://bassreevesgc.com/so/1fPXtVqCH?languageTag=en&status=Draft&...
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Oct 31 min read


BRGC Hike Sept 2025
We kicked off September with a gorgeous Sunday morning hike! On Sunday, September 7th , eleven BRGC members (plus two tiny family...
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Oct 31 min read


July 2025 BRGC Newsletter
What’s firing up the Metro‑Atlanta chapter of NAAGA? If you missed it see here: https://bassreevesgc.com/so/16PRXwGRC?languageTag=en&cid=...
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Aug 51 min read


BRGC Town Hall Recap: A Conversation on Responsible Black Gun Ownership
Hosted by the Historical Perspective Committee | June 28, 2025 On Saturday, June 28th, the BRGC Historical Perspective Committee (HPC)...
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Aug 41 min read


June 2025 BRGC Newsletter
What’s firing up the Metro‑Atlanta chapter of NAAGA? If you missed it: https://bassreevesgc.com/so/16PRXwGRC?languageTag=en&cid=363809eb-...
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Jul 121 min read


Men's Day Out June 2025 Recap
Our June 7th Men’s Day Out was a sold-out success! JOIN US OUTDOORS Bi-monthly for our next Men's Day Outdoors Shooting Event! It's an...
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Jul 121 min read


May 2025 Newsletter
Link here: https://bassreevesgc.com/so/56PQ9Nl2q?languageTag=en&status=Draft&cid=00000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000000 May was...
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May 291 min read


First Handgun Selection Clinic
On May 3 and 4, 2025, Bass Reeves Gun Club successfully hosted its first quarterly handgun selection clinic. The event was coordinated by...
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May 221 min read


BRGC Competitive Shooting Team
The BRGC Competitive Shooting Team, under the new leadership of Solomon Murray, Shooting Team Director, will resume shooting team...
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May 222 min read


BRGC Men's Day Out April 2025
Our April 4th Men’s Day Out was a sold-out success! Led by Colin Mapp and supported by several BRGC brothers, this all-male training day...
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Apr 301 min read


April Monthly Chapter Newsletter
The April 2025 edition of the Bass Reeves Gun Club (BRGC) newsletter features several key updates and upcoming events:...
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Apr 21 min read


Outdoor Shoot was a Blast!
Our latest outdoor shoot from March 22nd,2025 was a blast—literally and figuratively! We recently leveled up our training experience with...
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Mar 311 min read
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