Safety rules and basic marksmanship rules. Take a class from the NRA
Some fundamentals of good marksmanship are having a steady position, aiming, practicing breath control, and perfecting one's trigger squeeze.
The National Rifle Association was formed in the early 1880's to promote civilian marksmanship and safe handling of firearms.
If you mean "why was the NRA formed," originally it was formed in the 1800s to promote shooting sports and marksmanship. Since that time, it has also become a political organization, promoting gun rights for the American public as well.
Yes. The NRA was the National Governing Body for Olympic shooting for the United States up until 1992, and promotes hunting, marksmanship and conservation shooting all across the nation. It advocates the safe handling of firearms through education, training, and experience using certified instructors on proper ranges.
Marksmanship Ribbon was created in 1920.
Marksmanship Medal was created in 1969.
Distinguished Marksmanship Ribbon was created in 1942.
No direct connection- but a very large indirect one. The National Rifle Association began in 1871, and is a non-profit corporation that represents several million gun owners. As such, it will have a significant voice to gun makers. The NRA is directed at improving gun safety, promoting marksmanship and hunting, shooter education, and helping preserve the rights of gun owners.
Expert marksmanship is the highest level
Dismayed by the lack of marksmanship shown by their troops, Union veterans Col. William C. Church and Gen. George Wingate formed the National Rifle Association in 1871. The primary goal of the association would be to "promote and encourage rifle shooting on a scientific basis," according to a magazine editorial written by Church. http://www.nrahq.org/history.asp
The recommended length of the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting course is typically 8 hours. This provides enough time for classroom instruction, hands-on training, and live-fire practice to cover the fundamentals of pistol shooting. However, the actual length may vary depending on the instructor and the specific training facility.