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History Hit presenter Luke Tomes returns to the Royal Armouries in Leeds to fire some of the most iconic weapons of the Second World War belonging to the United States Army. As always he is joined by Keeper of Firearms & Artillery, Jonathan Ferguson who talks him through the history of all the pistols, rifles and machine guns employed in the conflict. First up is the Colt M1911, designed by John Browning, an iconic semi-automatic firearm renowned for its durability, reliability, and powerful .45 ACP cartridge. Widely used in military, law enforcement, and civilian contexts since 1911, its robust design and historical significance cement its legendary status. Second is the M1903 Springfield Bolt-Action Rifle, the U.S. military's primary infantry rifle from 1903 to the late 1930s. Chambered in .30-06, it excelled in accuracy and reliability, and saw extensive use in both World Wars and beyond, becoming a symbol of American marksmanship. Third up, the M1 Garand - a legendary semi-automatic rifle designed by John Garand. The rifle was the standard U.S. military service rifle during World War II and the
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