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Michael Snyder, 72-year-old Vietnam War veteran held off a home intruder in Pennsylvania.

Vietnam War Veteran Cites War Experience, Holds Gun on Intruder

Personal Defense World Home Defense Bites video series

WATCH: Our Free 13-Part ‘Home Defense Bites’ Video Series

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Black Gun Ownership Up 58.2%, Most Don’t Want to Defund the Police

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Minneapolis Police Advises Public to Not Fight Back Against Crime

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Florida Gun Enthusiast Fights Off 3 Armed Intruders, Kills 2

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WATCH: Fireworks Defensive Training Adds Insane Difficulty, More Danger

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Pregnant Woman Shoots, Scares Away Home Intruder in Oklahoma City

After a suspect allegedly forced his way into her home, a pregnant woman shot the intruder in the shoulder, saving herself from potential further attack.

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WATCH: Armed St. Louis Couple Defends Home From Protestors

Although their mechanics could use work, an armed St Louis couple defended their home Sunday after protestors trespassed onto private property.

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More than a dozens states are attempting to nullify federal gun control laws from Biden administration.
Report: More Than a Dozen States Move to Nullify Federal Gun Control
The new Federal Punch 22 LR pushes a 29-grain bullet at maximum velocities from short-barreled pistols.
Federal Punch 22 LR: 29-Grain Nickel-Plated Bullet Penetrates Deep
SIG's Max Michel breaks down the finer points of creating a good concealed carry mindset.
Concealed Carry Mindset: Max Michel Breaks Down the What, Why & How
NovX Pentagon self-defense ammo brings terminal performance in an EDC load.
NovX Pentagon: Defensive Load Delivers Maximum Terminal Performance
Washington Cigar Shop, Cigar Land, George Floyd Riots

WATCH: Washington Cigar Shop Owner Pulls Gun, Chases Off Looters

With looters destroying his store, a Washington cigar shop owner took matters into his own hands and cleared house with a pistol and help from a friend.

Minneapolis armed citizens protected local businesses from looting.

WATCH: Minneapolis Armed Citizens Protect Businesses From Looters

Several Minneapolis armed citizens helped local businesses turn away riotous looters, as the city descended into chaos after the death of George Floyd.

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Off-road racer BJ Baldwin shot and killed an armed attacker in Las Vegas.

WATCH: Off-Road Racer BJ Baldwin Describes Intense Fatal Shootout

When two armed gunmen attacked Tori Nonaka and off-road racer BJ Baldwin, the ensuing shootout left one bad guy dead, as Baldwin put 10 hits on target.

A Kentucky business, ordered closed, suffered multiple break-ins while criminals continue to get releases.

WATCH: Kentucky Business Owner Suffers Repeated Break-Ins During Pandemic

With non-sexual and non-violent criminals being released, a Kentucky business owner has suffered multiple break-ins, and police say it's happening nightly.

A man proceeds to break every single gun safety rule during a video.

WATCH: Man Breaks Every Gun Safety Rule in Review, Points Gun at Self

A cringeworthy gun review shows a man pointing a pistol at his own face, as he incredibly breaks every single gun safety rule in one video.

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Protection Dogs: An Expert’s Guide to Finding the Right Faithful Guardian

With proper breeding, diet, and temperament, along with a highly-developed regimen of training, protection dogs provide unequaled full-time protection.

A Florida homeowner took on three armed home intruders recently, shooting one.

WATCH: Florida Homeowner Scares Off 3 Home Intruders With 6 Shots

After three armed men violently forced their way inside, a Florida homeowner fought back, pulling a gun of his own and shooting at least one suspect.

UFC fighter Anthony Smith fought off a crazed home intruder recently.

WATCH: UFC Star Anthony Smith Fights Off Crazed Home Intruder

A seemingly crazed, deranged intruder broke into the home of UFC star Anthony Smith, giving the cage fighter the actual fight of his life.

A Chicago homeowner fought back against two armed intruders, killing one.

WATCH: Chicago Homeowner Fights Off Two Armed Intruders, Kills One

When two armed intruders posed as police responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, a Chicago homeowner fought back, pummeling one bad guy and shooting another.

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Survey Shows 1 in 20 Households Purchasing Firearms Due to COVID-19

A recent Newsy/Ipsos survey revealed one in 20 households are purchasing firearms—with even more considering it—in response to the coronavirus pandemic.

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