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American Submachine Guns 1919-1950: Thompson SMG, M3 “Grease Gun,” Reising, UD M42 and Accessories

GUILLOU, LUC

$52.99

ISBN: 9780764354847 Categories: , ,

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America's famous and influential WWII submachine guns (SMGs) are all featured in this fully illustrated book. Beginning with the legendary Thompson submachine, its design, construction, and testing in the early 1920s, as well as its use by the US Marine Corps, the Irish Republican Army, and prohibition era gangsters is presented in detail. Its famed use during WWII in all war theaters is shown in superb period photography and clear, up-close colour images. Also featured are chapters on other US WWII era submachine guns: the M3 \"Grease Gun,\" Reising SMG, and the United Defense M42 (UD M42). Accessories such as magazines, ammunition, webbing, and cleaning kits are featured throughout the book, as well as rarely seen WWII-related uniform and equipment items.

SELLING POINTS:
• Concise, illustrated history of America's famous and influential WWII submachine guns (SMGs)
• Used by the US military, the Irish Republican Army, and prohibition era gangsters
• Also covers the M3 \"Grease Gun,\" Reising SMG, and the United Defense M42 (UD M42)

450 colour and b/w photographs

ISBN: 9780764354847
Author: GUILLOU, LUC
Format: Hardcover
Publication date: 01/06/2018
RRP: $52.99
Pages: 80
Dimension: 305mm X 228mm
Imprint: Schiffer Military