A Soviet Experiment - The Kalashnikov Assault Carbine

Shortly after the adoption of the Kalashnikov design in 1949, Soviet small-arms development found itself at a doctrinal crossroads. The AK emerged as the final survivor of a rigorous postwar rifle competition, and, in an odd twist, it was accepted despite not fully meeting the full-auto accuracy ...

By Lynndon Schooler •

American Bombers in World War II

American bombers in World War II represented the most significant leap in strategic air power the world had ever seen. Between 1941 and 1945, the United States Army Air Force (U.S.A.A.F.) deployed an unprecedented array of bombing aircraft across both European and Pacific theaters. From light att...

By Richard Johnson •

How I Almost Got Married Because of SIG 552 - Swiss Rifles History

There are very few guns that are universally liked by everyone. The Swiss SIG 550 series is probably one of the best examples of such a weapon. Just like Swiss watches, to me, Swiss rifles were always a symbol of quality and refinement. But I never had a chance to shoot one and only saw this rifl...

By Vladimir Onokoy •
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