Chris Moore '15, USA (Ret.) Named President of OA Defense

By Alumni Office

Norwich alumnus Chris Moore, U.S. Army (Ret.), has been named President of OA Defense, a premium firearms manufacturer known for its innovative OA 2311 platform. He served in the Army for 29 years, including 12 years with the 75th Ranger Regiment, before moving into leadership roles within USASOC and JSOC.

MSG Christopher G. Moore, USA 2015

OA Defense, a premium firearms manufacturer located in Robbins, NC—known for introducing the innovative OA 2311 platform in 2023—is pleased to announce that Chris Moore has been named as President.

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