Weapons of the U.S. Army : Rifles, Sidearms, and Infantry Firepower from the Civil War to the Next Generation
Overview
An Army rifle can carry more than ammunition. It can carry memories of training, service, and the people who stood beside its owner.
WEAPONS OF THE U.S. ARMY follows the evolution of American infantry firepower, from single-shot service rifles to the M7 and M250. Along the way, it explores the choices that put weapons into soldiers' hands, the problems exposed in service, and the changes that followed.
Discover the stories behind the M1911, the Browning Automatic Rifle, the M1 Garand, the M14, the M16, and other familiar-and sometimes overlooked-Army weapons. Clear explanations connect their design to the demands of the battlefield, while comparisons show what each generation gained and what soldiers still had to carry.
This concise, illustrated history includes:
- Seventeen chapters covering rifles, sidearms, and supporting infantry weapons. - Eleven archival photographs with historical context. - Comparisons, a timeline, and a glossary. - Eighty numbered sources for readers who want to explore further.
Written for military history enthusiasts, veterans, and curious newcomers, this book keeps the people who carried these weapons at the center of the story.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9798166501097
- ISBN-10: 9798166501097
- Publisher: Independently Published
- Publish Date: October 2026
- Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 x 0.13 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.38 pounds
- Page Count: 64
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