Private company

United States Cartridge Company

American cartridge ammunition manufacturer

The United States Cartridge Company was an early manufacturer of cartridge ammunition for small arms. The company was founded in 1869 by American Civil War general Benjamin Butler.² It was founded by Benjamin Franklin Butler.¹ Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1869Founded¹

HeadquartersLowell¹

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1876-USCC-bs card-front — Photo: USCC / Undefined, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons³

The United States Cartridge Company was an early manufacturer of cartridge ammunition for small arms. The company was founded in 1869 by American Civil War general Benjamin Butler.²

The story

Founded by Benjamin Franklin Butler in 1869.¹

Leadership

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FounderBenjamin Franklin Butler¹

Products and brands

ammunition

Listed on Wikidata.¹

Timeline

1869Founded Founded¹

Sources

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WikidataUnited States Cartridge Company on Wikidata
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WikipediaUnited States Cartridge Company on Wikipedia
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Wikimedia CommonsUnited States Cartridge Company photo by USCC / Undefined, Public domain