{"id":2506,"date":"2024-08-30T18:29:51","date_gmt":"2024-08-30T18:29:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/?p=2506"},"modified":"2024-08-30T18:29:51","modified_gmt":"2024-08-30T18:29:51","slug":"the-armory-life-presents-this-years-cantius-award-winner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/?p=2506","title":{"rendered":"The Armory Life Presents This Year\u2019s Cantius Award Winner"},"content":{"rendered":"


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By Mike Humphries<\/a><\/p>\n

The Armory Life<\/em>\u00a0is proud to announce that Tom Laemlein<\/a> has been selected as the winner of the third annual\u00a0Cantius Award<\/em>. Primarily covering historical weaponry and military battles, Laemlein\u2019s articles are consistently popular with readers as his research presents little-known information and rare photography.<\/p>\n

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Author Tom Laemlein received the Cantius Award as the top contributor for the year. He was awarded a certificate, a Model 2020 Rimfire Classic rifle and a burgundy \u201cThe Armory Life\u201d jacket. Image:\u00a0Carson McDaniel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Etymology of an Award<\/h2>\n

For those that might be curious as to the selection of this award\u2019s name, it was chosen due to its connection to the history of one of Springfield Armory\u2019s most iconic firearms \u2014 the M1A rifle.<\/p>\n

\"Springfield\n<\/picture>
Laemlein was awarded a Model 2020 Rimfire Classic rifle with a beautiful wooden stock. Image:\u00a0Jeremy Tremp<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Cantius refers to the middle name of John C. Garand, creator of the iconic M1 Garand rifle<\/a>. The M1 Garand proved itself in battle throughout World War II<\/a>, the Korean War and the Cold War<\/a>. In addition, the M1 Garand provided the foundation for the development of the M14 rifle<\/a>, a rifle still in U.S. military service.<\/p>\n

\"M1\n<\/picture>
Laemlein\u2019s article on M1 Carbine battlefield modifications showcased the ingenuity of G.I.s in the field. This field-made bayonet was created by Marines on Bougainville during the Solomon Islands campaign. Image:\u00a0NARA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

While the M1 Garand-based M14\u2019s official role as the primary service rifle of the U.S. Military would be short, it inspired the birth of the semi-auto M1A rifle manufactured by Geneseo, Illinois\u2019 Springfield Armory (to learn more about that story, click here<\/a>). And the original M14 would continue to serve in specialized military roles, even through to today<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Anatomy of the Selection<\/h2>\n

Tom Laemlein has been a contributor to\u00a0The Armory Life<\/em>\u00a0since nearly the beginning at its launch in 2019, creating extremely high-quality content that resonates with our readers.<\/p>\n

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\u201cOperation Gunn\u201d told the story of an American pilot downed in WWII that escaped to safety in a commandeered Messerschmitt with a hand-painted flag and stars intended to identify it as \u201cfriendly\u201d to Allied aircraft. Courtesy of Paul Johnson.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

First and foremost a historian, Laemlein deep dives into archival research that gives him the insights and resources to create the fascinating content for\u00a0The Armory Life<\/em>. He has authored more than 30 books on military history and weapons systems, and he regularly contributes articles to national magazines and websites on military history and firearms topics. Additionally, historical photos from his collection are used by publishers around the world.<\/p>\n

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Another of his articles showcased the dangers of the skies above occupied Europe in WWII for our bomber crews. It also laid out the risks their German opponents faced trying to take them down. Image:\u00a0NARA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

During the past year, Laemlein\u2019s contributions to\u00a0The Armory Life<\/em>\u00a0have been significant. Laemlein\u2019s passion for history fuels his ability to create engaging content that appeals to\u00a0The Armory Life<\/em>\u00a0readers. Some of his most successful posts during the past year include articles on Operation Gunn<\/a>, M1 Carbine Battlefield Mods<\/a>, B-17 Gunners vs. the Luftwaffe<\/a>, and D-Day and the Atlantic Wall<\/a>.<\/p>\n

A Deserving Recipient<\/h2>\n

I had the pleasure of being able to personally reach out to Tom and let him know he had been selected for this year\u2019s award. Coming as no surprise to me, he was extremely gracious and appreciative about winning the award.<\/p>\n

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Laemlien is shown here with his jacket and award certificate at the Military History Society of Rochester Museum, which he describes as a wonderful local military museum and one of his favorite hangouts.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u201cFirst, thank you very much,\u201d he said to me. \u201cThat is very kind of you, and I am greatly honored. I love writing for\u00a0The Armory Life<\/em>\u00a0and am very proud to be a part of the site\u2019s success. In my estimation, you and (managing editor) Richard have built the site and the magazine into a juggernaut of outstanding content. Clearly, the readers respond to it.<\/p>\n

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\u201cI\u2019m a lucky guy,\u201d he continued. \u201cI get to write about things that trigger my imagination and my desire to learn more about firearms and history. I appreciate that I can suggest what I think might be a somewhat esoteric article concept to the editors and, not only do we produce it, but the readers enjoy it and respond to it. It helps keep history alive as well as our collective gun rights in focus. That is important for the generations to come.\u201d<\/p>\n

As part of receiving the\u00a0Cantius Award<\/em>, Laemlein was awarded a Model 2020 Rimfire Classic rifle<\/a> in .22 LR. He also received a framed\u00a0Cantius Award<\/em>\u00a0certificate as well as a\u00a0Cantius Award<\/em>\u00a0jacket in\u00a0The Armory Life<\/em>\u2019s crimson featuring an embroidered gold \u201cA\u201d.<\/p>\n

\"D-Day\n<\/picture>
In his piece on the D-Day landings in Normandy, Laemlein helped readers understand exactly what all those brave men faced on those deadly shores in their fight to liberate Europe. Image:\u00a0NARA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u201cThe Model 2020 rifle is a beautiful piece of Springfield Armory craftsmanship. When I break away from the keyboard and get to the range, the compliments start as soon as I open the case,\u201d Laemlein told me.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor me, the greatest honor of the Cantius Award is not that I received it but rather that it exists at all,\u201d he continued. \u201cThat means that everyone associated with\u00a0The Armory Life<\/em> \u2014 the writers, editors, and all the readers \u2014 are exercising their rights and responsibilities as Americans to keep and bear arms. I can think of nothing more honorable than that.\u201d<\/p>\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n

Our congratulations to Tom Laemlein for his selection as this year\u2019s\u00a0Cantius Award<\/em>\u00a0winner. We want to reiterate how impressed we are by all of his hard work for\u00a0The Armory Life<\/em>, and how important a part of the success of the site he has been. We look forward to seeing more of his work in future.<\/p>\n

Editor\u2019s Note: Please be sure to check out The Armory Life Forum, where you can comment about our daily articles, as well as just talk guns and gear. Click the \u201cGo To Forum Thread\u201d link below to jump in!<\/em><\/p>\n

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