Big Horn Armory, makers of big-bore firearms, is celebrating the United States Navy’s 244th birthday by rolling out a special promotion.

Anyone who purchases a new BHA rifle directly from the BHA website between Oct. 13-20 will receive a complimentary Navy Core T-shirt.

The U.S. Navy, originally known as the Continental Navy at its founding on Oct. 13, 1775, consisted of a small fleet of ships patrolling to intercept ships sent to resupply British Army troops at or near the colonies. The creation of the fleet was hotly debated for 11 days by the Continental Congress.

Naval Operations Admiral Elmo Zumwalt in 1972 declared official recognition of the holiday to honor all who have served in a Navy uniform, past and present. Today, the Navy’s birthday is celebrated in many different ways throughout the U.S. and the world, including the annual U.S. Navy Birthday Ball.

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