The experimental rifle that almost changed World War II
The M1 Garand is one of the most iconic images of WWII, but if it hadn’t been for bureaucracy and logistical issues, it might not have been the standard rifle.
The M1 Garand is one of the most iconic images of WWII, but if it hadn’t been for bureaucracy and logistical issues, it might not have been the standard rifle.
It’s no secret that movies get a lot wrong about firearms and the ways they’re used in a fight. From every 80’s protagonist refusing to shoulder their rifles when they fire, to the seemingly infinite magazine capacity in every hero’s gun, filmmakers have long prized what looks cool over what’s actually possible in their work, […]