The N-SSA is an organization dedicated to the competitive shooting of Civil War era black powder firearms and the living history aspect of the Civil War. It offers both team and individual formats for shooting competitions, including events for men, women, and children. The organization emphasizes education in the nation's history, family camping, and costuming events accurate to the Civil War era. It also features a special category for BB gun matches for kids under 15.
Uniform requirements for unassigned recruits include a shirt and a hat of the Civil War period. Modern outerwear may not be worn over the period shirt. Only black powder is permitted for ammunition.
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