Flint & Flintlock Lighters in the American Revolution

Mankind discovered the amazing qualities of flint long before written history. The introduction of steel to what became known as the tinder box brought ready flame for quick use. People became adept at sparking dried tinder to start fires, but ingenuity lead to quicker and more practical means to achieve the same end. In the … Continue reading Flint & Flintlock Lighters in the American Revolution