Sleek, balanced, and deadly accurate, the Colt Navy became one of the most popular revolvers of the 19th century. Its use in the Civil War and on the frontier made it a symbol of American grit.

More than just weapons, Colt’s revolvers became tools of expansion, power, and legend. This video explores how they helped define American identity.

Molly, who was 17 years old at the time, was riding passenger alongside 21-year-old Colt that night. The vehicle was driven ...